It’s easy to believe you and your partner are on the same page if you’ve not been directly told anything to the contrary. Unfortunately, it’s not always that simple. Researchers claim that anywhere from 60 to 90 percent of what we actually mean or feel is communicated nonverbally, according to Beth Ribarsky, PhD, a professor of interpersonal communication […]
What To Do If Group Texts Are Stressing You Out
We’ve all been there: You check your phone and see over 100 unread texts thanks to a group chat. The more this happens, the more it can start to feel overwhelming. The sheer volume of messages and rapidly changing conversation topics may leave you feeling stuck and unsure of how to respond… Read Full Article […]
How To Maintain Your Friendships If You’re Dealing With Anxiety Or Depression
This article addresses the sad reality that when someone is suffering from anxiety or depression, their friendships can suffer as well. Suggestions are offered for how to prevent this from becoming a permanent loss and how to garner social support while living with symptoms of anxiety and depression: Read Full Article Here
How To Talk To Your Kids About Miscarriage
Although miscarriage is very common, it can feel difficult to talk about. Up to 20% of known pregnancies end in loss, yet many who’ve been through it still describe a sense of shame and stigma around the experience. It may feel even more uncomfortable to address miscarriage with children. If your child knows he or […]
Experts Explain Why Mondays Are So Psychologically Hard
As far as days of the week go, Monday arguably has the fewest fans. Multiple studies suggest that people’s moods are typically at their lowest on Mondays. The day is the subject of a number of songs with rather melancholy sentiments, including “Monday, Monday” by the Mamas & the Papas… Read Full Article Here
The Psychology Behind Why Some People Hide That They Have COVID-19
If you test positive for COVID-19, there are guidelines you should follow to protect your health and the health of others. One important step is to notify anyone you may have exposed to the coronavirus about your test results ― either personally or… Read Full Article Here
PULSE MAGAZINE: More Than Enough, Volume 15 Issue 4
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How To Cope With Not Being Able To See Your Parents For A Long Time
The COVID-19 pandemic has left many adults feeling isolated as they physically distance from friends, partners and family members. As time passes, some are finding that the hardest part is the separation from their parents. Read Full Article Here
Wellness Wednesday: Consequences Of Coronavirus On Ohio’s Opioids Fight
While the coronavirus pandemic dominates the news, a rash of Columbus-area overdoses is a reminder that the opioid epidemic continues to take its toll on Ohio. Between January 1 and February 21 there were nearly 50% more overdose deaths in Franklin County than in the same period of… Read Full Article Here
How To Grieve Loved Ones When Funerals Aren’t An Option
It’s been one year since the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a pandemic. Explore HuffPost’s Bent Not Broken project to learn how the coronavirus has disrupted our mental health, and how to manage our well-being moving forward. The COVID-19 pandemic has upended life as we know it in countless ways. One particularly difficult change is… […]
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