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Interest in the potential mental health uses of cannabidiol (CBD) has grown tremendously in recent years, including the use of CBD for depression. CBD is a chemical compound found in the Cannabis sativa plant, also known as marijuana or hemp. Cannabis contains more than 80 compounds, known as cannabinoids. The main cannabinoid that most people are more familiar with is tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), which is the psychoactive substance that produces the “high” characteristic of marijuana....

When dealing with something like COVID-19, much of the focus is on the prevention and treatment of the disease. The immediate effects are of the utmost concern, but it’s also important to consider the longer-term collective trauma of the pandemic. Key Takeaways Events such as the COVID-19 pandemic can lead to collective trauma or long-term psychological effects that are shared by a large group of people.Collective trauma can be caused by events such as war, natural disasters, mass shootings, genocides, and pandemics....

The pandemic led some people who had never experienced mental health concerns into new territory as they navigated encounters with a range of emotional challenges for the first time in their lives. Key Takeaways Some people living with mental illness before the pandemic got left behind when care shifted to address the needs of people with COVID-related concerns.Leaders and allies in the workplace, educational settings, and elsewhere should consider extending the care and flexibility they offered to those with COVID-related concerns to those who live with chronic and ongoing mental health challenges....

If you have borderline personality disorder (BPD), you can have trouble regulating your emotions and handling stressful situations. Disruptions to your routine can completely derail your sense of calm, so it’s important to come up with strategies to help you handle these regular stressors effectively. By having a plan for situations you have control over, you can be better equipped to manage situations as they come up. Here are some tips for reducing controllable stressors in your life....

With pregnancy comes a lot of physical and emotional changes. One of them you may or may not notice is an increase in body hair. For some pregnant people, body hair may grow faster, due to the surge of hormones. While some folks may not even notice this “side effect” of pregnancy, others may be annoyed by this sudden growth. Ahead, we spoke with experts about how and why body hair grows during pregnancy, how to safely remove the hair if you wish, and when you can expect the increased growth to subside....

Many people wonder what to do when their child — especially young children — develop diarrhea. Are there any medications that can help? What kind of diet works? Medications for Diarrhea In general, most experts recommend that parents not give their children anti-diarrheal medications when they have diarrhea. Even though medications such as Imodium and Kaopectate may be recommended for adults, these medications should not be used in children, and could even be dangerous....

Being a childbirth educator or doula means that you have a lot of information to share in a very short time period typically. While you do have face to face interactions, it can be important to reinforce that with written or printed materials. They can also be used to touch on subjects that perhaps you do not go into depth about in class but have a desire to still share the information....

Whether it’s your teen’s turn to empty the dishwasher or you want her to clean the garage, getting your teen to do chores can be a daunting task. One of the best ways to get your teen motivated to do chores is by using a chore chart. Many chore charts on the market are geared toward younger children. And you certainly don’t want your 15-year-old to think she’s being treated like a baby​ — that could backfire and cause her to become less responsible....

Individual cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is very effective, but it’s also very expensive. If you’re getting OCD treatment through a hospital or other healthcare setting, you are now very likely to receive group CBT treatment for your OCD symptoms instead of individual therapy in order to cut costs. This should not worry you, research has shown that group therapy can be just as effective as individual therapy....

On August 24, President Biden announced a historic student debt forgiveness plan. Key Takeaways President Biden announced plans to forgive up to $20,000 in debt to Pell Grant recipients with loans held by the Department of Education for borrowers whose individual income is less than $125,000.The Department of Education will cancel up to $10,000 in debt held by the Department of Education to non-Pell Grant recipients for borrowers whose individual income is less than $125,000....

One of the biggest discipline issues parents have to handle is how to deal with a child who’s talking back to them. Backtalk can happen at almost any age, starting almost as early as when kids master their first “No!” It’s a normal part of child development, but that doesn’t make it any easier to deal with. Talking back can be triggered by a variety of causes. It can stem from a child trying to exert control over his own life, such as what he wears, eats, or does....

Every night, kids across the globe worry that there’s a monster hiding under the bed. It’s a common fear that most adults can relate to—the fear of monsters isn’t new. In fact, this fear pre-dates video games and social media and has persisted throughout the generations. If your children are convinced that once the lights go out, there’s a hairy monster who is going to crawl out from under the bed and “get them,” you’re not alone....

Like most other transitions, moving can be tough on kids—especially if they are moving to a new community. Meeting new people, switching schools, and making new friends can be stressful. It can even cause anxiety and depressive symptoms if kids are not supported throughout the process. Fortunately, there are things you can do to help ease the transition from your child’s old school to their new school. Whether you are preparing to move soon or getting settled in your new community now, we share what you need to know about this transition process below....

You may have thought about seeing a therapist at one point or another. Perhaps you talked yourself out of it or convinced yourself that if you just wait a little while longer, the problem might go away. Or maybe you’re still questioning if you should talk to someone but aren’t sure it’s a priority for you right now. Knowing when to see a therapist can be a little challenging sometimes. After all, everyone has a bad day or goes through a rough patch every now and again, but how do you know when talking to someone might help?...

If you are studying psychology in high school or college, you are going to need to read articles published in academic and professional journals at some point. You might read these articles as part of a literature review for a paper you are writing, or your instructor may even ask you to write a critique of an article. Whatever the reason, it is essential that you understand what you are reading and find ways to then summarize the content in your own words....

Teens may lie to their parents to protect their privacy and freedom, cover up mistakes and violations of rules, and to protect others. As a parent, your child’s safety is likely to be your first concern. You want to know the truth so you can address problems of unsafe behavior, whether it is substance use, sex, risky activities, or even petty crime. How can you know when your teen is lying?...

Aromatherapy has gained quite a bit of attention in recent years. Aromatherapy products, once somewhat exotic, have now sprung up on the shelves of even grocery store aisles. Aromatherapy candles, bath products, essential oils, and other products are now widely available and have been touted as effective in soothing babies, relieving stress and promoting healthy living. But does aromatherapy live up to the claims? Research Relatively little research is available on aromatherapy....

Crowdfunding is the act of raising funds from a crowd. It works on the premise that collecting relatively small amounts from lots of people is easier than getting very large investments from very few. Crowdfunding has typically been used by artists and start-ups to get funding for projects and business ventures. However, everyday people also are using crowdfunding to raise money, but for personal needs—like medical treatment, IVF, and adoption....

When you enter into an interfaith marriage, you are likely aware that you may face challenges. Being aware of mistakes that interfaith couples make might help you avoid them, and keep disagreements over religious differences from derailing your partnership. Mistakes in Your Interfaith Marriage When committing to an interfaith marriage, or even if you have already been in one for awhile, you will need to consider the challenges that can crop up....

As a child moves from kindergarten to first grade, he or she will have developed the fine motor skills to use scissors capably. By nature, children of this age will strive to grow creatively, yet they will often be their own worst critic, frustrated if their effort isn’t exactly what they had hoped it would be. This is common for children in the first or second grade. Now that they are in “big kid’s school,” they feel a certain pressure to perform and make things perfect....