At first glance, it may appear that no one meets potential partners the old-fashioned way anymore. But there’s plenty of fake news out there.

The term “adulting” is usually used as a snarky commentary. Basically, when a young person (from late teens into their early 20s) begins to take on new responsibilities, they are viewed as “grown-ups.”

You can have a crisis at any point in your life. But there are some points at which it seems more common.

Since children typically lack the language and cognitive skills to discuss nuance, an introverted child can be very misunderstood. Is it shyness? Are they at risk for social anxiety disorder?

You’ve heard the stories, encountered the myths, and felt the fears. How in the world can I parent a child with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?

If you meet a couple that never fights, don’t bother asking them for their secret. They absolutely have disagreements, so suppressing emotions in the name of avoiding conflict is nothing to emulate.

A strange and counterproductive pattern can materialize when you’re in a relationship for a long time. You get so comfortable and close with your partner that you casually take the relationship for granted.

The concept of somatic healing is something I’ve talked about and will keep talking about. One reason for this is the reality that we live in a culture that likes to talk about a mind-body connection.

Look up the word “somatic,” and most often, you’ll find it defined as “of or relating to the body.” Therefore, on the surface, this can appear to contradict the concept of a mental illness.

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common and commonly known mental health condition. Ask someone about ADHD, and they will likely talk about being disorganized, forgetful, or overstimulated.

What was once called Asperger’s syndrome is now known as high-functioning autism. It’s not strictly a medical diagnosis, but it’s a very necessary distinction.

Emotional distress and mental illness can manifest in so many different ways. Each person and each situation is different — so much so that we sometimes can’t discern what is and isn’t a symptom.