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The study of personality is one of the significant topics of interest in psychology. Numerous personality theories exist, and most major ones fall into one of four major perspectives. Each of these perspectives on personality attempts to describe different patterns in personality, including how these patterns form and how people differ on an individual level. This article discusses four of the major perspectives on personality, the theorists associated with each theory, and the core ideas that are central to each perspective....

A Pilates reformer is designed to provide you with an intense full-body workout focused on small and slow movements. Delivering all of the benefits of Pilates, these machines are crafted to improve strength, flexibility, coordination, and balance. “Pilates has many benefits!” says Pamela Trujillo, NASM-CPT, NASM-certified personal trainer and Pilates instructor at SLT. “It increases core strength, sculpts and tones your muscles, and makes you stronger physically and mentally. An at-home reformer is beneficial, so you can fit your workouts in at your own convenience....

It seems almost too simple to be true, but accepting that alcoholism is a chronic disease and not a personal failure is the key to achieving long-lasting recovery. In other words, relinquish your control, realize your limitations, and face reality (that you have an alcohol problem) is the most important step towards recovery. Then, after acceptance of your powerlessness, you can move forward with changing what you can (what is within your realm of control)....

A fear hierarchy is a list you make of the triggers that make you feel afraid or anxious. After you write them down, you rank them–from the one that makes you feel least fearful or anxious to the one that scares you the most. If you have posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), your list will likely be a catalog of situations, images, thoughts, memories, and other things related to your traumatic event....

In the fertility world, vitrification is the process used for cryopreservation (freezing) of eggs, embryos, and sperm. Eggs, sperm, and embryos may be frozen in cases where an individual is not ready to become pregnant but wants to ensure that they can in the future. Vitrification is sometimes referred to as “fast freezing.” In this process, water molecules are removed and replaced with a higher level of preserving solution before being placed in liquid nitrogen....

A relapse prevention plan is used to help keep a person from using a substance after they have decided to quit. It is one of many tools used by individuals recovering from a substance use disorder. A relapse prevention plan includes various strategies and techniques, such as identifying personal behaviors, to help reduce the risk of a relapse following treatment for substance use disorder. What Is a Relapse? A relapse occurs when someone starts reusing a drug after a period of abstinence....

What Is Ableism? Ableism is discrimination against people with disabilities. The discrimination can be intentional or unintentional and is based on the belief that there is a correct way for bodies and minds to function and that anyone who deviates from that is inferior. Ableism centers around the notion that people with disabilities are imperfect and need fixing. It can show up in ways ranging from personal to institutional, and it includes the many ways in which people with disabilities are considered “less than” non-disabled people....

Diastasis recti (technically, diastasis rectus abdominis or DRA) is an anatomic term describing an abnormal distance separating the two rectus muscles of the muscular abdominal wall. This condition is extremely common postpartum, impacting an estimated 65% to 100% of pregnant and postpartum women. A persistent separation of 1.5 to 2 centimeters or more between the “six-pack” muscles is generally considered abnormal and in need of treatment. The condition usually resolves with consistent treatment....

A new strain of COVID-19, first identified in the U.K. and reported to the World Health Organization (WHO) on December 14, 2020, is classified as a variant of concern by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the U.S. Key Takeaways A new variant of COVID-19, which was first reported in the U.K. and has now been detected in dozens of countries, appears to be much more infectious than previous strains....

As much as we might like to think that our children will always tell the truth, the reality is that lying is something most children experiment with at one point or another. Parents should keep in mind that telling lies is a natural part of child development and that in most cases, children outgrow this behavior. Why Kids Lie When addressing this common problem, parents should consider a child’s age, the circumstances and reasons for the lie, and how frequently he engages in this behavior....

All children act out at one time or another. They may interrupt others, throw tantrums, or disobey the rules. But when these issues become problematic or the behavior problems become more severe, your child’s actions may signal a more significant issue. When this happens, it’s important to talk with your child’s pediatrician or mental health professional. Meeting with a trained professional doesn’t mean your child is crazy, nor does it mean you’re an incompetent parent....

Heading into the 2021-2022 school year, parents, students, and educators alike are feeling the pressure for a return to normal. The last year and a half has seen students removed from their classrooms and placed in front of screens instead, all while having to process the loss of loved ones, the loss of family income, and separation from their friends and school. For our Perspectives series, we are interviewing diverse school therapists from around the country on how they’re preparing for the 2021-2022 school year....

The 100th day of school is literally the 100th day of the school year. More importantly, it is a great way for elementary school teachers to celebrate the various mathematical concepts that can be taught using the number 100. From the very first day of school, classes begin keeping track of the number of days they’ve been in school in anticipation of the 100th day. It’s this anticipation that is actually the first math lesson, as the days are often marked using coffee stirrers or Popsicle sticks, ten of which become a “ten bundle,” paving the way to counting by tens and ones....

A phobia is an irrational fear of something that creates intense feelings of anxiety. Many kinds of phobias are common across all groups, transcending age, gender, culture, and socioeconomic status. Other phobias, however, appear almost exclusively among particular cultural groups. Culture-Specific Phobias and Fear Responses Here we will examine three culture-specific phobias (or conditions that act much like phobias) that appear to be unique to the culture of those who reportedly suffer from them: ataque de nervios, taijin kyofusho, and koro....

Home pregnancy tests are sold almost everywhere. You can find them in most stores, from your major retailers to your grocery store, convenience store, and even discount stores. Simply having pregnancy tests readily accessible, however, doesn’t help you decide whether or not you should take a pregnancy test, nor does it tell you whether or not you should believe the results. So, how do these things work? And which one should you take to get the most accurate answer?...

Follow Now: Apple Podcasts / Spotify / Google Podcasts Every Monday on The Verywell Mind Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Amy Morin, LCSW, interviews authors, experts, entrepreneurs, athletes, musicians, and other inspirational people about the strategies that help them think, feel, and do their best in life. Meet Dave Hollis Dave Hollis is a New York Times bestselling author. He’s also the host of the Rise Together podcast, a keynote speaker, and a life and business coach....

The Struggle to Make Friends It was easier to make friends when you were in school. After all, you were surrounded by your peers all day and had plenty of opportunities to interact. In the “Ask a Therapist” series, I’ll be answering your questions about all things mental health and psychology. Whether you are struggling with a mental health condition, coping with anxiety about a life situation, or simply looking for a therapist’s insight, submit a question....

It’s normal to grieve after the loss of a job. We associate grief with the loss of a loved one, end of a relationship or empty nest syndrome.­­ But people grieve after being laid off or let go from a job, too. Most people can accept losing their jobs and effectively move on with their lives in a healthy manner. For some, the loss of a job can adversely impact their health....

Bedtime can feel like a battleground for a lot of families. Not only is the daily drawn-out saga of getting your child to go to sleep exhausting for you, but not getting enough sleep can also have a big impact on your child’s overall health and well-being. It can affect their mood, ability to learn, and even their eating habits, which is why you might have considered giving your child melatonin supplements in order to help them nod off at night....

Remember when you registered for that deluxe high chair back when you were pregnant? Perhaps it’s been sitting in a corner of your kitchen or dining room, just waiting for the moment when your baby is finally ready to start taste-testing solid foods. That moment will finally be here once they hit six months of age or display solid food readiness signs, Veggies and fruits are popular options to kickstart the solid food train, but rice is also a filling option....