Body Image Within the LGBT+ Community
A recent survey by the Mental Health Foundation in the UK found that, among adults identifying as “gay, lesbian, bisexual or other,” 53% felt anxious…
Body Dysmorphic Disorder: What Is It Anyway?
Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) is a mental health disorder which is characterised by obsessing over perceived flaws which are related to the body. Generally, it’s…
7 Reasons You’re Feeling Uninspired
No one is immune to the occasional lack of inspiration. Whether it manifests as writer’s block, fatigue, or a loss of interest in daily activities,…
Ways Psychology and Psychiatry Are Different (And Some Key Similarities)
I’m pretty open about my mental health struggles with anorexia and bipolar disorder, and I love that openness. I love being honest about how I…
Quiz: Do You Have Anxiety Disorder? Test Yourself!
It’s normal to feel anxious once in a while with life problems. For example before an exam or a deadline, every individual is expected to…
8 Types of Highly Sensitive People
You’ve probably come across the term “highly sensitive person” somewhere either on the internet or in the media. It’s a very common and popular thing…
10 Kinds of Personality Disorders
The age old adage that “nobody is perfect because everyone makes mistakes” has rang true for all of us at some point in our lives.…
15 Unique Phobias Related to Food
It is generally accepted that phobias mostly appear by a combination of traumatic events and genetic factors. Phobias can be divided into Specific Phobias, Social…
8 Ways To Prevent A Bipolar Episode
According to the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance website, there are nearly 6 million people in the United States diagnosed with bipolar disorder. And to…
7 Things Highly Sensitive People Can Relate To
Hi, my name is Gabrielle. I’m a writer for Pscyh2Go and a highly sensitive person. Recently I noticed how I seemed to be overwhelmed…
5 interesting behaviours that may be linked to psychopathy
Everybody is in some way familiar with the common ideas we collectively have about how a psychopath behaves or characteristics they may have. Whether through…
The anxiety E.A.G.L.E: how you can help mental health literacy reach new heights
For Jane, social anxiety was controlling her life. She found it increasingly difficult the manage her emotions in social situations. This negatively affected her…
6 Ways Therapy Can Benefit Everyone
Even if you aren’t in therapy yourself, you probably know someone who is because more and more people are seeking the professional help that it…
6 Reasons Bipolar Disorder Isn’t All Bad
Even if you don’t know someone with it or have it yourself, you’ve most likely heard of bipolar disorder. You may even associate it with…
5 Ways Evolution Explains Panic Attacks
Heart palpitations, sweating, shaking, dizziness, difficulty breathing. When these symptoms appear, a panic attack has seized you, it’s iron fist locking you in its isolating…
Why Terrible People Can Still Love Animals
Affection for animals is a trait most of us associate with good people. The logic is sound: the tolerance and sympathy that it takes for…
9 Signs that you or your loved ones might have a Borderline Personality Disorder
Have you ever felt the fear and insecurity of living with someone, knowing that at some moment they would be very affectionate at you and…
7 signs that psychology is your calling
Everyone knows that psychology is the study of the mind and behaviour. But few know what the field truly consists of. Here are signs that…
9 Signs of Borderline Personality Disorder
9 Signs of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Imagine yourself on moving sands—the ground underneath your feet continually changing and startling you, leaving you terrified and…
7 Traits of BPD
BPD is a disorder that is known for its impulsive behavior, and anger management issues. It develops through genetics or from childhood trauma, though most…
