Social Rejection
Rejection can be defined as the act of pushing someone or something away. One may experience rejection from one’s family of origin, a friend, or a romantic partner, and the resulting emotions can often be painful. Rejection can be experienced on a large scale or in small ways in everyday life. While rejection is typically a […]
What is the Difference Between Autism and ADHD?
ADHD and autism are separate neurodevelopmental disorders that can share some symptoms. There are key differences, and a person can have both conditions. In this article, we look at the differences between autism and ADHD, the full name of which is attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. We also explore whether there is a relationship between the two conditions and […]
10 Tips for Overcoming Your Fear of Rejection
Rejection hurts. There’s really no way around it. Most people want to belong and connect with others, especially people they care about. Feeling rejected by those people and believing you aren’t wanted — whether it’s for a job, dating, or friendship — isn’t a pleasant experience. The pain can cut pretty deep, too. In fact, […]
Everything you Need to Know About Chiropractic
What is Chiropractic? The word ‘chiropractic’ comes from the Greek words cheir (meaning ‘hand’) and praktikos (meaning ‘done’) – namely, done by hand. Chiropractors are primary contact practitioners (which means they can see patients without a referral from a GP). They focus on treating the spine by using their hands to examine and treat health […]
Causes of Depression
have you ever wondered what causes clinical depression? Perhaps you have been diagnosed with major depression, and that’s made you question why some people get depressed but others don’t. Depression is a complex disease. No one knows exactly what causes it, but it can happen for a variety of reasons. Some people have depression during […]
Separation Anxiety Disorder
Separation anxiety disorder is a normal stage of development for infants and toddlers. Young children often experience a period of separation anxiety, but most children outgrow separation anxiety by about 3 years of age. In some children, separation anxiety is a sign of a more serious condition known as separation anxiety disorder, starting as early […]
How Infidelity Causes Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Of all of the threats to a committed relationship I have treated in four decades of working with couples, the most difficult to heal is infidelity. When a trusted partner in a committed relationship betrays the sacred trust of the other, the relationship will undergo severe instability. The partner who has been betrayed is emotionally […]
What’s the Difference Between a Narcissist and a Sociopath?
When dealing with a person who displays traits that border on self-centeredness, it isn’t uncommon to hear words like ‘narcissist’ or ‘sociopath’ thrown about. However, each condition is a distinct personality disorder with recognizable differences that set them apart from each other. A person living with a narcissistic personality may also share certain similarities with […]
FOMO: How Social Media Affects our Social Lives and Self-Images
The fear of missing out or fomo refers to the feeling or perception that others are having more fun, living better lives, or experiencing better things than you are. It involves a deep sense of envy and affects self-esteem. It is often exacerbated by social media sites like Instagram and Facebook. Brief History of FOMO […]