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With Dr. Elisha Goldstein

Strategies for living with anxiety and depression

Anxiety and depression can result from a loop of negative thoughts, emotions and behaviors. Through this short course, you’ll learn how this loop works and what you can do to break its cycle for a happier, healthier state of mind.

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10 Effective Ways to Reduce Anxiety Quickly

Living with anxiety may be overwhelming, but these tips will help you calm down quickly if you're having a difficult time at the moment.

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Everything You Need to Know About Anxiety

Learn how to tell the difference between normal anxiety and an anxiety disorder.

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How to Support Your Romantic Partner If They Live with Anxiety

If your spouse or dating partner experiences anxiety symptoms, it’s natural to want to help. Here are a few expert-recommended ways to support them.

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Signs and Symptoms of Anxiety Disorders

Most people feel anxiety at some point. Learn more about symptoms of anxiety disorders, how to reduce anxiety naturally, and when to seek professional help.

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22 Ways to Cope With Your Depression

There are small steps you can take to help fight depression. Read on to learn how to incorporate them in a way that works for you.

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Everything You Need to Know About Depression (Major Depressive Disorder)

Depression is a mood disorder that can affect a person’s daily life. Learn more here.

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Finding the right care

Where to turn when you need help with depression

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How to Navigate Depression: Things to Try

This video provides some tips for how to fight depression.

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Eating disorders

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6 Common Types of Eating Disorders (and Their Symptoms)

Learn how to recognize the symptoms of anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, pica, rumination disorder, and avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder.

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All About Eating Disorders

A guide to the symptoms and treatments options for eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge eating disorder.

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Am I Binge Eating or Overeating? The Difference and How to Get Help

Most of us overeat on occasion, such as during the holidays, but frequent and compulsive overeating may be a sign of binge eating disorder.

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Everything You Need to Know About Disordered Eating, According to Experts

Two experts explain what disordered eating is, how it's different from eating disorders, who it can affect, how it's treated, and more.

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Domestic Violence Is More Than Physical Abuse — Learn the Signs

When discussing domestic violence, many people immediately think about physical abuse. But domestic violence can take many forms — not just physical.

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Hope for Adult Survivors of Sexual Abuse

Being sexually abused as a child can have lasting effects on an individual.

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What are the Signs of Emotional Abuse?

This video points out signs to look out for in mental and emotional abuse,

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ADHD Treatment Options for Children and Adults

Here are the current options to manage ADHD symptoms in children and adults.

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Distracted: Dealing with Adult ADHD

If the symptoms of ADHD are affecting your job performance, there are practical ways to work through the difficulties.

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Everything You Need to Know About ADHD

If you live with ADHD, you know that it's a complex condition. Here's a top-to-bottom look at it, from causes and testing to natural remedies and tips for coping.

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Symptoms of Adult ADHD

Many adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder have never been diagnosed. Get the facts on ADHD symptoms in adults, testing, and treatment.

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Autism Treatment Guide

Autism treatment often involves a combination of different therapies. For some, medication may also play a role. We’ll go over all the different options that can help to manage autism symptoms. You’ll also learn some tips for navigating the world of alternative autism treatments safely.

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How Autism May Affect Family Life

Though an autism diagnosis may bring challenges, it can also have positive effects. Here's how autism may affect families.

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Testing for Autism: What You Need to Know

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a group of developmental factors that can cause social and communication issues. Learn more about testing and diagnosis.

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Understanding the Symptoms of Autism in Children

Autism symptoms in kids involve social skills, communication, behavior, and more. We explain what to look for, how autism is diagnosed, and treatment options for kids.

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Bipolar disorder

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Bipolar 1 Disorder and Bipolar 2 Disorder: What Are the Differences?

Learn how symptoms may differ between bipolar I and bipolar II disorders and what you can do for diagnosis, treatment, support options, and more.

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Everything You Need to Know About Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar disorder, formerly manic depression, causes extreme mood shifts ranging from mania to depression. Learn symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and more.

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How to Help and Support Someone with Bipolar Disorder

Knowing how to help someone with bipolar disorder can be a challenge. Explore 7 ways to support a friend or loved one with this unpredictable condition.

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How to Manage Bipolar Disorder Triggers

While there's no cure for bipolar disorder, there are lifestyle changes and treatment plans that can help prevent bipolar episode triggers.

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Grief and loss

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Coping with Grief and Loss

Learn the five stages of grief and ways to cope with loss.

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Coworkers Facing Grief Together

It’s common to experience grief in our workplace as well as our personal lives.

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Cultivating Joy in Times of Pain

Learn from a psychologist how sadness and joy can — and often do — coexist. You’ll learn a simple strategy for finding joy in even the most difficult of times.

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Grief and Loss: Helping Others Cope with Grief

The most important part of helping someone with grief is to keep in mind that each person can handle a loss differently. Here are some helpful tips.

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Mental health care

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A Guide to Different Types of Therapy

There are countless approaches to therapy. We’ll go over some of the most popular types, including how they work and the conditions they work best for. You’ll also learn how to narrow down your choices to find the option that’s best for you.

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About Behavioral Health Care

Behavioral health care focuses on an individual's psychological wellness. It is occasionally referred to as mental health care.

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Coordinating your care team

Learn how to help your mental and physical health providers work together to support your whole self

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How to Choose a Counselor

While there are many people who can help identify problem areas of your life, it is important to know what type of professional you will be working with.

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Obsessive compulsive disorder

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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

If you live with OCD, you'll have two kinds of symptoms: obsessions and compulsions. While OCD can cause distress, it's likely that treatment will bring relief.

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Symptoms of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

OCD symptoms are separated into two categories: obsessions and compulsions. But what do these look like, and how are they related?

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Treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is often treated with a combination of therapy and medication. Learn more about OCD treatment options.

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What's It Like to Live with OCD?

If you've been living with OCD, it might feel like obsessions and compulsions control your life, but the right care strategies for you can help.

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Personality disorders

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Cluster A Personality Disorders: Distrustful and Detached Traits

Cluster A personality disorders include paranoid, schizoid, and schizotypal personalities and are characterized by these traits and symptoms.

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Dependent Personality Disorder (DPD)

People with dependent personality disorder (DPD) may require constant reassurance. We tell you the facts and how to support someone living with DPD.

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Treating Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

If you’re living with BPD, an important part of treatment is finding the right support. Here are some options and how you can take that first step.

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Understanding Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD)

Antisocial personality disorder is often characterized by a disregard for others and right or wrong, but there's so much more to the condition.

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Facts About Phobias: What You Need to Know

Even though phobias are fairly common, not many people seek help or support for them. Learn about the types of phobias and what treatments could help.

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Specific Phobia Treatment

Having a phobia can be exhausting and scary at times. But there are many ways you can help ease your anxiety and fear.

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What Are the Symptoms of Specific Phobias?

A specific phobia is an excessive fear of a certain object or situation that lasts at least 6 months. Learn about their symptoms and treatments here.

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All About Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is characterized by delusions and hallucinations, and is generally treated by medications and psychotherapy. Learn more about schizophrenia causes, symptoms, resources, and treatment.

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The 10 Most Common Signs of Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a challenging mental illness characterized by a broad range of symptoms. Learn about the 10 most common symptoms of schizophrenia.

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Understanding the Phases of Schizophrenia

There are three phases of schizophrenia: prodromal, active, and residual. Learn more here.

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What Are the Treatments for Schizophrenia?

Schizophrenia is a complex and misunderstood condition. The idea that schizophrenia is untreatable is a myth. In fact, there are many effective treatments available. Learn more here.

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7 Reminders to Carry with You on Your Trauma Recovery Journey

No two trauma recovery journeys take the exact same shape. Wherever your path takes you, these reminders can help smooth the road ahead.

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Coping with a Stressful or Traumatic Event

Traumatic events can leave lasting emotional and physical effects—but healing is possible.

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How Do You Cope with PTSD?

Developing coping strategies for PTSD can help you manage your symptoms and promote a better quality of life.

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How to Help Someone Living with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

PTSD can be a challenging condition to live with. Having the support of a compassionate loved one can make a world of difference. Here’s how to get started.

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