Eating disorders have long been associated with women and the societal pressures of body image. While it's true that eating disorders are more prevalent in women, and particularly young women, men aren't immune. Around 10 percent of all anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa cases can be attributed to men: a small yet ... Read More
Kristina Robb-Dover
Kristina Robb-Dover
Kristina Robb-Dover is an Atlanta-based writer, editor, and author of two books with publishing houses. She has degrees from Yale College and Princeton Theological Seminary.
6 Coping Tools for Adult Children of Drug Users
The damaging effects of growing up with a parent or parents with a substance abuse problem are unique. Children of drug addicts can find support from self-help groups like Al-Anon, yet coming to terms with addiction-related childhood traumas can be scary and confusing. Learning about dealing with drug-addicted parents ... Read More
Will Bipolar Meds Dull My Creative Edge?
There's a common misconception that bipolar medication, and even other mental health medications, can dull a person's creative edge. You often see this in movies or television shows where characters are depicted taking medication for their disorder and becoming a shell of who they used to be. Or, you have celebrities ... Read More
A Revealing Look at Drinking Rites of Passage in Fraternities
In the context of popular culture, drinking is somewhat synonymous with the existence of Greek life. From ABC Family's TV show Greek to classic movies like Animal House, partying is often depicted as a key part of participation in America's fraternities and sororities. This is further supported by news stories linking ... Read More
Inside the Mind of Someone Suffering from Depression
What do depressed people think about? What does it feel like to be depressed? Depression isn't grief, and it isn't a simple case of the blues. Instead, it's a diagnosable mood disorder marked by a long list of debilitating symptoms, including overwhelming sadness, loss of appetite and low energy. Major depression is ... Read More
NLP Is a New Therapy for Reprogramming Behavior, But Does It Work?
Developed in the 1970s by two self-help gurus, John Grinder and Richard Bandler, neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) is still considered an unscientific approach to improving a person's ability to communicate, develop, and work through psychological issues. Over 30 years of clinical research into the quantifiable ... Read More
How to Get Motivated for the Gym When Depression Says “No”
Numerous studies have shown that exercise isn't just good for physical health— it's an important part of mental health as well. Unfortunately, for those living with depression, an illness characterized by lethargy and a lack of motivation, sticking to a workout program may not feel realistic. It can be hard to keep ... Read More
Debunking 4 Common Excuses for Not Seeking Treatment
Deciding to go to rehab for a drug or alcohol problem is a commitment. The same is true for those who may have been struggling with their mental health and choose to enter inpatient treatment. The journey to that decisive moment can often look more like a squiggly line than a straight trajectory, because almost any ... Read More
