Not all mental health apps are helpful. Experts explain the risks, and how to choose one wisely
Claims regarding on these apps’ effectiveness are often based on less than robust findings.
I think my child has anxiety. What are the treatment options?
The main factor that determines whether a child has ‘clinical anxiety’ is the extent to which the fear causes problems in their daily life. Here’s how anxiety in children is treated.
‘Just leave me alone!’ Why staying connected to your teenager is tricky but important
It’s not always easy to foster connection when the teenager in your life says they want you to go away. But they likely want to be closer than you think.
Why eating disorder treatments only work half the time, according to a psychologist
When it comes to treating people with eating disorders, we may need to look more widely than what studies tell us work.
Do psychedelics really work to treat depression and PTSD? Here’s what the evidence says
In addition to placebo effects, patients might be motivated to report they have gotten better, even when they haven’t.
‘Oh that happened to me, too!’ Sharing your experiences in conversation is common but sometimes it’s best to just listen
Jumping in too quickly with ‘Oh yes, that happened to me’ can end up saturating conversation and make your friend feel they were never heard in the first place.