What is the most important information I should know about drug rebound? The after-effects of prescription drugs and other substances can sometimes play a role in their misuse and contribute to the risk of addiction. Understanding these effects and knowing how to cope can help if you are struggling with misuse, withdrawal, or addiction. The … Read more
Masturbation addiction refers to excessive or compulsive masturbation. While it’s not a diagnosable mental health condition,1 it can have a significant impact on daily functioning for those whose sexual behavior is out of control. Masturbation itself is not a harmful activity and may be enjoyed by those in a relationship or those using it to compensate … Read more
When it comes to facilitating behavioral changes, counselors, social workers, health care workers, and other similar professionals often use motivational interviewing. Through this evidence-based approach, skilled practitioners are able to empower people to make changes while honoring and respecting their autonomy.1 One of the major tenets of this approach is that it requires the clinician to … Read more
At a Glance A person with voyeuristic disorder gets sexually aroused by watching people who don’t know they’re being watched engage in sexual acts. Voyeuristic disorder is part of a group of mental health conditions called paraphilic disorders. A person with voyeuristic disorder gets sexually aroused by observing someone in a sexual act who does not realize … Read more
People might suck or chew on ice on a hot summer day or after finishing a drink. But what does it mean if you constantly crave ice? While it depends on the circumstances, frequency, and intensity of the craving, a compelling urge to chew ice could mean that you have a physical or mental health condition. … Read more
What should I know about Seroquel withdrawal symptoms? Abruptly discontinuing Seroquel can result in withdrawal symptoms including dizziness, increased heart rate, insomnia, nausea, and vomiting. Never stop taking your medication without talking to your doctor first; your doctor may advise gradually tapering your dose over a period of a few months. Quetiapine, also known by … Read more
A mental health therapist can help you work through difficult situations and emotions. But if you’re new to therapy, you might have a lot of questions. For instance, you may wonder, “How do I open up and tell my therapist what I really feel?” or “Will my therapist think I’m ‘crazy’ or a lost cause?” Even people who’ve … Read more
Dopamine is a neurotransmitter—or brain chemical—that people sometimes call the “feel good” hormone. That’s because when we do things that trigger the release of dopamine, we feel good. In fact, we sometimes feel so good that we seek out those experiences over and over again. Pleasure is something we all need in life. At times, … Read more
Almost all of us participate in emotional spending from time to time. We have a bad day and want to ease the pain by buying a new gadget or item of clothing. Maybe someone we admire has an expensive handbag or new phone, and we feel the urge to purchase one just like it. Occasional emotional … Read more
Youtube addiction commonly refers to a compulsion to watch Youtube videos to the point that it interferes with daily life. This article discusses the signs, causes, effects, and treatment of this disorder and where to turn if you think you’re affected. Although the DSM-5 (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual) doesn’t officially recognize YouTube addiction as a mental illness, … Read more