Dissociation is a common symptom in borderline personality disorder and is associated with an increased risk of suicidality ...

New research suggests that acute stress may impair key brain functions involved in managing emotions -- particularly in people living with 'distress disorders' such as depression, anxiety, and ...

The last time you were in a bad mood, how did you try to cheer yourself up? Perhaps you were out to dinner with a friend when the thought crossed your mind that you have a stressful day coming up ...

Emotional highs and lows and questions of who we are are a natural part of adolescence. During this transformative period, young people go through profound psychological changes that affect how they ...

They’re polished, articulate, and often the most competent person in the room. But beneath the surface, people with high-functioning personality disorders—especially those with “quiet” or internalized ...

Arguments with someone who has BPD can feel intense. Here’s how you can defuse the situation without burning out or abandoning them. The study made an interesting point. The more couples learned to ...

Mental health disorders come in many forms and affect thoughts, emotions and behaviors in complex ways. Conditions like anxiety, depression and bipolar disorder are among the most frequently diagnosed ...