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How Social Media Can Impact Body Dysmorphic Disorder
Social media has become a major part of everyday life. Platforms built around photos, videos, and appearance can offer connection and community, but they can also create challenges for people struggling with Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).
The Role of Shame in Skin Picking and Hair Pulling
If you struggle with skin picking or hair pulling, you may know the cycle all too well: an urge builds, you pick or pull, you experience temporary relief, and then shame or guilt sets in. For many people with body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs), the emotional impact can be just as difficult as the behavior itself.
The Pitfalls of Googling Symptoms When You Have Health Anxiety
It’s late at night, and you notice a headache that feels a little different than usual. You open Google or ChatGPT and type in your symptoms, hoping to find reassurance.
Understanding the Four Categories of Phobias
Let’s face it — we are all a bit afraid of something! But phobias are more than ordinary fears. While it is normal to feel nervous around certain animals, heights, medical procedures, or unfamiliar situations, a phobia involves an intense and persistent fear that is out of proportion to the actual danger. This typically leads to complete avoidance of the fear, then interferring with daily life, relationships, work, travel, or medical care.
OCD Myths vs. Facts: 6 Common Misconceptions About OCD
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a widely misunderstood mental health condition. Many people use the phrase “I’m so OCD” to describe being organized, particular, or wanting things done a certain way.