The Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) is an innovative therapeutic intervention designed to support nervous system regulation and enhance overall well-being through specially filtered music.

Developed by Dr. Stephen Porges, the researcher behind Polyvagal Theory, SSP has garnered significant attention for its potential benefits in addressing trauma, anxiety, sensory sensitivities, and emotional dysregulation.

You’ve had a moment of self-awareness and realized that the world doesn’t revolve around you.

Congratulations!

You've taken the first step in grappling with the age-old question: “How not to be a narcissist.”

This is more relevant now than ever, thanks to the forces of Cultural Narcissism that have infected our society.

From social media to reality TV, we live in a world that often glorifies self-centered behavior. But don’t worry; as a curious human, you can understand how to intentionally avoid the narcissistic reflex. Let’s jump in.

Therapists often witness the deep longing people have for connection.

It's a paradox of our time: despite the myriad ways we can communicate, many of us feel more isolated than ever.

This paradox extends to our friendships, where people are often hesitant to revive old connections, despite the clear benefits of doing so.

A recent study by Dr. Gillian Sandstrom and Professor Lara Aknin sheds light on why this is the case and offers some insights into how we might overcome these barriers.

Ever wondered if your social media habits might be revealing a bit too much about your mental health?

It turns out that your Instagram photos might be doing just that.

According to research, a whopping 70% of the time, people can identify if someone is depressed just by looking at their photos.

Yup, those darker, moodier pics aren’t just artsy—they could be a sign of something deeper.

Excessive internet use is linked to depression, a review of research finds.

Spending too much time online can lead to depression partly because it leaves less time for activities that promote mental health.

Adolescents who use the internet excessively tend to skip beneficial activities like exercise and face-to-face socializing because they're too tired. Without these mentally beneficial activities, those who overuse the internet experience higher levels of depression.

Turning and turning in the widening gyre

The falcon cannot hear the falconer;

Things fall apart; the center cannot hold;

Mere anarchy is loosed upon the world,

The blood-dimmed tide is loosed, and everywhere

The ceremony of innocence is drowned;

The best lack all conviction, while the worst

Are full of passionate intensity.

The Second Coming W. B. Yeats

Excessive internet use is increasingly linked to depression, according to a comprehensive review of recent research.

As a marriage and family therapist, I’ll explore the impacts of internet overuse on adolescent mental health, and best practices for achieving a healthier balance.

Imagine spilling your teenage angst to a robot and actually feeling better!

That's not the opening line to a sci-fi novel but the reality for over 10,000 adolescents who chatted with an AI therapist named KAI.

Over six weeks, these young folks reported improvements in their psychological well-being, according to a recent study.

But could this new wave of AI therapy inadvertently de-professionalize the field of mental health?

During the recent COVID pandemic, children's screen time has significantly increased, doubling from previous levels.

This surge in screen usage raises concerns about its impact on mental health, particularly the risk of developing Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).

In the span of a generation, society has shifted dramatically from using paper to relying on screens, marking a significant social transformation.

This change has led to an increasing amount of time spent looking at devices rather than engaging with the world around us.

In a world where empathy might reign supreme, researchers unveil the hidden mechanisms that shape our capacity to empathize—or remain indifferent.

From the cradle to adulthood, our empathy script is penned by the silent observers of our lives… Let’s jump in!

Social media and materialistic assholish inclinations intertwine to foster a distressing cycle of comparison, addiction, and diminished well-being, reveals a recent study. .. Geez.. Let’s jump in!