How to Beat a Drug Test
You or I would never do drugs, or attempt to cheat on something as important as a drug test. But perhaps you have a “friend” who is curious about how…
The 7 Deadly Sins of Going to Therapy
Photo: StunningArt (Shutterstock) There are many different approaches to mental health treatment— cognitive behavioral therapy, old school psychoanalysis, group therapy, addiction counseling, psychedelic mushroom trips, etc. The destination is, broadly,…
What to Expect at Your First Therapy Appointment (and How to Prepare for It)
Photo: Photographee.eu (Shutterstock) You’ve taken the leap and scheduled a first appointment with a therapist. Maybe it’s your first-ever session with anyone, or your last session was years ago, or…
How to Convince Your Stubborn Parents to Stop Eating so Much Junk
Photo: VadosLoginov (Shutterstock) Talking to a friend about health can be hard enough, but talking your parents about any kind of change can feel borderline impossible. Combine these two endeavors,…
How to Interview a Prospective Therapist
Photo: Getty (iStock by Getty Images) It’d be nice if finding a therapist you’ll like were as easy as finding someone to paint your house. In both situations, you have…