Loneliness is an emotional state that comes from feeling isolated from a certain situation. The key emphasis here is feeling — you can easily feel isolated from a situation or community even if you aren’t technically alone. It’s the perception of being alone that matters.
Read MoreAbuse doesn’t just come in a physical form — and emotional and verbal abuse can carry just as much damage and lasting effects. Emotional abuse can also go hand-in-hand with other forms of mistreatment, and is a major sign of an unhealthy relationship.
Read MoreBullying doesn’t just affect kids. Bullying is ongoing aggression based on a power imbalance. Learn about the types of bullying, how it affects different people, and what you can do about it.
Read MoreA healthy relationship can be a major source of support, while an unhealthy one can be a cause of stress in our lives. What makes a relationship healthy or unhealthy? What do our texters say about their relationships?
Read MoreThere are many different types of self-harm, which cause varying degrees of damage. All forms should be taken seriously. Learn more about self-harm, from what it is, to why people do it, and how to get help.
Read MoreDepression, or major depressive disorder, is a mood disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, or emptiness. Learn more about depression, including types of depressions, symptoms, and treatment methods.
Read MoreAnxiety is among the most common mental health disorders in the U.S., affecting 40 million adults ages 18 and older. Learn more about anxiety, including symptoms, statistics, and treatment.
Read MoreSuicide is preventable. Learn about the warning signs and risk factors for suicide, how to prevent suicide, and how to help someone who is already in suicidal crisis.
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