Mental Health
Acute Stress Disorder: What Happens After a Traumatic Event
Acute stress disorder can follow a traumatic event within days. Learn the signs, how it differs from PTSD by timing, what helps, and when to seek support.
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Alcohol and Mental Health: How Drinking Affects Mood and Anxiety
How alcohol affects mood, anxiety and sleep, why the relief fades, signs drinking may be harming your mental health, and where to find support and treatment.
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The Four Horsemen: Gottman’s Predictors of Relationship Breakdown
Criticism, contempt, defensiveness and stonewalling: what Gottman's Four Horsemen are, what the research shows, and the antidote to each one.
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Misophonia: When Everyday Sounds Trigger Intense Reactions
Misophonia causes intense anger or disgust at sounds like chewing or breathing.
