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Understanding self-harm behavior can be complex. It can be hard to comprehend why people self-harm, and it can be incredibly upsetting if it's your loved one. Naturally, we want to understand why. Why do people hurt themselves? While we understandably want these behaviors to stop, they're not always straightforward. It takes time to learn [...]
What is DBT? Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) for teens, adults, and children is a very effective form of therapy that combines individual therapy with skills training group sessions to support individuals in managing emotions and navigating life’s difficulties. If you’re new to therapy, you may not be aware of the research and effectiveness behind DBT. [...]
DBT for Highly Sensitive People If you get upset easily or often over-analyze situations, people might hurl “You’re so sensitive!” at you as an insult. It probably stings when they do. But emotional sensitivity isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Like any aspect of personality, there are pros and cons to being sensitive. You may [...]
Each year in September, mental health professionals, advocates, and no allies come together to celebrate National Suicide Prevention Month and raise awareness of suicide prevention efforts. Within the month of September, the 10th is reserved for World Suicide Prevention Day, to remember those who have been impacted by suicide and to advocate for treatment to [...]
While DBT wasn’t originally created for depression, its core premise has proven to be effective for people with it. The skill-development nature of DBT gives patients a goal to work toward, helping them create a more positive outlook for themselves.
Student life is stressful. Everyone in school, at some point, gets overwhelmed and starts feeling down. But there’s a clear line between a tough stretch and a diagnosis of depression. We all feel sad at times. Unlike sadness, depression is not always brought on by a singular event or situation. It’s also more intense and chronic than these inevitable blue period
Have you ever experienced a moment where you feel so angry that you felt you would burst? For example, the satellite TV company has put you on hold for over an hour. While the waiting was annoying at first, you were able to manage. But as time wore on, your patience grew thin. Don’t they [...]
Dealing with Stressful Situations You Can't Control I take my usual morning walk to 7-Eleven and this morning while making my coffee I overheard a conversation between three women. One of the women was talking about having breast cancer. The surgery, the medications, the pain and being unable to work. Listening to her, it is clear that [...]
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