Therapy

A white figure is seen approaching a black shadow-beast stretching out onto a blue background with white scratches. The beast lashes out in a hostile display, fangs bared, needle-like claws drawn and held up in a slicing gesture, whilst the white figure offers it red flowers tied in yellow paper as a sign of peace -- a perhaps healing.

Shadow Work vs. Dialectical Behavior Therapy: Uncovering Paths to Inner Growth

Sarah Erin, Brooklyn College

Is Shadow Work A Trending Phenomenon Reborn from the annals of history or a subset of Dialectical Behavior Therapy?…

March 24, 2024

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A Growing Depression: Gen Z, u ok?

Natalie VanHecke, University of Texas at Dallas

Examining the Double-Edged Sword of Social Media in Relation to the Rise in Mental Illness Among Generation Z.…

December 18, 2023

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Is Trauma-Informed Yoga the Future of Therapy?

Nora Weiss, George Washington University

Traumatic experiences disrupt the mind-body connection, and the emerging practice seeks to re-establish this very connection to promote healing.…

September 17, 2022

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High-Functioning Depression: A Dismissed Mental Illness

Nora Weiss, George Washington University

Despite its name, the disorder is associated with significant functional impairments. Yet, these challenges are often overlooked or misattributed, leaving the illness undetected.…

August 23, 2022

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How ‘The Sopranos’ Revolutionized Television

Saba Bazzi, Wayne State University

The show about a mobster who goes to therapy was, and still is, a force to be reckoned with.…

June 20, 2022

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What ‘Ted Lasso’ Teaches Us About Mental Health

Megan Garcia, Arizona State University

The Emmy-winning TV sports dramedy explores the reality of seeking help for mental health through its titular character.…

June 18, 2022

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How Meditation Can Help You Find Inner Peace

Michael Slade, University of Texas at San Antonio

Although it may seem hard at first, applying these steps to your routine can help you find the perfect way to relax.…

March 9, 2022

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Float Tanks and the Benefits of Sensory Deprivation

Tiffany Singh, University of Central Florida

Though it may sound intimidating, eliminating your external stimuli can be relaxing and might even reduce your chronic pain.…

November 19, 2021

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How College Students With Social Anxiety Can Still Network Successfully

Becky Hardin, University of Arizona Global Campus

Searching for career opportunities can be stressful for young people struggling with feelings of unease, but these tips can help you accomplish all of your work-related goals.…

November 11, 2021

How to Find a Therapist as a College Student

5 Steps To Finding a Therapist as a College Student

Natalie Gabor, Indiana University-Bloomington

For those who want to seek help and guidance, here are some actions you can take.…

August 22, 2021

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The Restorative, Long-Term Benefits of Expressive Writing

Isabelle Juan, Truman State University

While this form of journaling may feel emotionally draining in the moment, it offers a wide range of mental and physical health benefits.…

March 16, 2021

Narrative and Drama Therapy Allow for Healing Through the Arts

Katherine Bry, Washington University

Whether the final work stays with the individual or is published, this form of psychotherapy can provide solace and mending.…

December 27, 2020

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How To Overcome an Emotionally Abusive Relationship

Emily Jewett, University of San Diego

Here are strategies for your healing journey, from someone who has endured the same thing.…

November 24, 2020

Man talks to his therapist over the phone.

Will Teletherapy Stay Popular Even After Quarantine Ends?

Julia Greene, Columbia College Chicago

Over-the-phone and online counseling have gained popularity due to COVID-19, but they have benefits that will outlast social distancing and isolation.…

August 3, 2020