Key Takeaways: Hyperfixation is an intense focus on a topic, both beneficial for deep exploration and detrimental by neglecting other aspects of life. Signs include losing track of time, neglecting needs, and difficulty shifting attention. Hyperfixation can strain relationships, decrease productivity, and impact well-being, so recognizing and understanding it is crucial. Managing it involves setting […]
Key Takeaways: Low confidence: Feeling vulnerable and exposed by physical closeness. Past trauma: Touch associated with negative experiences and triggers anxieties. Sensory issues: Touch can feel overwhelming or unpleasant due to neurological differences. Personal boundaries: Strong preference for personal space and autonomy. Mental health conditions: Anxiety, depression, or PTSD can impact how you respond to touch. Many of us enjoy the
Key Takeaways: Definition and Diagnosis: Intermittent Explosive Disorder (IED) is characterized by repeated, sudden episodes of impulsive, aggressive, or violent behaviour that are disproportionate to the situation. Causes and Risk Factors: IEDs can be influenced by genetics, brain differences, childhood trauma, mental health issues, and environmental triggers. Symptoms and Signs: Common signs of IED include
Mental health is a tricky thing. We all have rough patches in life when everything feels off balance. But at what point should you reach out for professional help? And what options even exist? If you live in Ontario, you’ve probably heard of OHIP – the Ontario Health Insurance Plan. It covers doctor’s visits, hospital stays, and some
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Key Takeaways: Terminology Evolution: The term ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder) was replaced by ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) in 1987 to include hyperactivity as a significant symptom. ADHD Presentations: ADHD now encompasses three main presentations: inattentive (similar to the old ADD), hyperactive/impulsive, and combined, covering a spectrum of attention disorders. Symptom Characteristics: Inattentive ADHD is
Key Takeaways: I statements focus communication on your own feelings and needs rather than blaming others. This reduces defensiveness in the listener. Formulating effective I statements involves starting with “I”, clearly expressing your emotions, connecting them to the issue, and taking responsibility for your feelings. I statements are especially useful for difficult conversations, heated conflicts,
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So you’ve identified the covert narcissist in your life. The passive-aggressive comments, guilt-tripping, and underhanded manipulation make your skin crawl. You’ve had enough—but how do you deal with someone who thinks they’re always right and feels entitled to exploit you? Coping with a covert narcissist requires strategy. We’ll provide expert-backed communication tactics, boundary-setting advice, and
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Ever feel drained after spending time with a particular “high-maintenance” friend or family member? Do your romantic relationships start golden, then slowly turn dysfunctional? You may be dealing with a covert narcissist. Unlike overt narcissists, covert narcissists fly under the radar with manipulation and entitlement. But don’t be fooled – their toll on relationships and
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So, your partner seems sensitive, anxious, and withdrawn. Your sibling makes self-deprecating remarks but gets defensive at the slightest criticism. Your friend acts shy in public but has fantasies of fame and fortune. What gives? You may be dealing with a covert narcissist. Unlike the loud, arrogant, me-first narcissist of famous depiction, covert narcissist tends to keep their sense
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Do you or someone you love struggle with intimacy in relationships? Do you feel more comfortable relying only on yourself rather than opening up to others? If so, you may have an avoidant attachment style. Let’s back up a minute – what does attachment style even mean? According to attachment theory, the bonds we form with our caregivers as infants shape
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