The Truth About IFS, the Therapy That Can Break You
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Associations between internet use, social participation, and cognitive function among middle-aged and older adults
Study population Our sample was drawn from five nationally representative databases of middle-aged and older adults, including China…
States struggle with AI therapy app rules amid mental health needs
In the absence of stronger federal regulation, some states have begun regulating apps that offer AI “therapy” as…
What is an irrational fear?
Children may often feel scared of the big, bad world, but even as adults, sometimes, we can’t seem…
What is BPD? Experts explain borderline personality disorder
As the use of AI therapy chatbots grows, so do potential dangers Can AI help close the mental…
How One Dose of Psilocybin Treats Depression
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St. Louis therapist offers psychedelic-assisted therapy
By Rebecca Rivas Missouri Independent Kate Schroeder’s journey began seven years ago when one of her therapy clients…
Why summer is actually the best time to start therapy
Summer is right around the corner. We’ve been grinding all year, and this season feels like our collective…
The dangerous things that happened when I used AI for therapy
ChatGPT ChatGPT, the generative AI chatbot launched by OpenAI in 2022, is well-known for its conversational fluency. The…
Not everyone who experiences severe trauma develops PTSD. But here’s why many people do.
Study: Putting down your phone could improve mental health A new study published in PNAS Nexus suggests that…