Posts by Taylor Bennett:

Often, we feel less happy and less motivated during the winter months; we feel more irritable, fatigued, sad, and frustrated, instead. These feelings can make it incredibly hard to find happiness and accomplish those New…

Many of us struggle during the winter months with stress and anxiety, which stems greatly from deviation in routine. Fortunately, if we take a few extra steps to take care our mental health and wellbeing,…

New research shows that smokers who want to quit the habit might find success if they increase their nicotine intake. The researchers say that smokers can tolerate a much larger dose (four times what is…

While there isn’t a cure for personality disorders, there are effective treatment methods out there for those who struggle with these conditions, such as therapy. These clients can often be described as “change-resistant” as they…

New research says that superheroes can inspire us to want to be helpful and perform altruistic acts. Researchers sought to understand how our heroes—specifically fictional heroes—might affect how we approach life. Study participants were exposed to…

Personality disorders are characterized by unhealthy thoughts and behaviors that make everyday functioning significantly difficult. The 10 personality disorders have each been analyzed and defined; however, there is still much to understand, such as how…

Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is characterized by a disruption in normal functioning, which is rooted in serious personality changes and mood instability. People who suffer with this condition typically experience a distorted self-image and struggle to understand their identity. Additionally, those with BPD…

Pessimists and optimists are polar opposites; the former focus on the downside, while the latter tend to look on the bright side. While neither of these mentalities are classified as mental illnesses, they each can…

Those with avoidant personality disorder (APD) feel highly uncomfortable in social settings, for fear of being judged or disliked. These individuals also have difficulty communicating with others, are preoccupied with being or feeling criticized, and view themselves as…

The media is known for getting mental health wrong: they stigmatize mental illness by making those who suffer with said disorders look weird, crazy, and dangerous. One mental illness that is commonly stigmatized as well as misunderstood is dissociative…

The big 5 personality traits make up a five-factor model, used to evaluate an individual’s main qualities; these qualities include openness, conscientiousness, extroversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism. Those who score high on the openness scale enjoy new experiences and are curious in nature; their…

Personality disorders are characterized by unhealthy thoughts and actions, which interrupt one’s day to day living. These disorders can be further divided into three clusters: A, the odd and eccentric; B, the dramatic or erratic; and C, the anxious or fearful. Cluster A…