Struggling With Trypophobia? Learn What It Is & How to Treat It

Trypophobia refers to an intense aversion or fear triggered by clustered holes, bumps, or porous patterns, like lotus pods or sponges. While the trypophobia meaning is simple, the underlying reaction can be surprisingly complex, influencing both emotional responses and visual processing. Though not a formal diagnosis, hospitals often assess its...

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All You Need to Know About Erotomania (De Clérambault’s Syndrome)

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Maladaptive Daydreaming: Can ‘Zoning Out’ Too Much Be Unhealthy?

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ADHD Hyperfocus in Relationships: Signs, Struggles & Support

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What is Compulsive Lying? How Is It Different from Pathological Lying?

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Is Psychoanalytic Therapy Effective?

Psychoanalytic therapy, rooted in the foundational work of Sigmund Freud, is a longstanding approach in the field of mental health. Unlike brief, solution-focused therapies, this method delves deeply into the unconscious mind to uncover hidden motivations, unresolved conflicts, and early childhood influences that shape one’s emotional life. This article explores...

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Capgras Syndrome: Understanding the “Imposter” Delusion

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Overcoming Trading Addiction: Recovery Guide for Traders

Trading addiction is a growing problem, often concealed underneath the mask of market enthusiasm. This guide brings awareness to the problem of compulsive trading and integrates emotional understanding with clinical approaches and proactive guidance to provide a realistic path towards recovery.  Recovery always starts with accepting the problem; in this...

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