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Behavioral health information you can trust, verified by clinicians.

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What is dependent personality disorder (DPD)?

People with DPD rely heavily on others to meet their emotional and practical needs.

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Understanding the link between BPD and eating disorders

Borderline personality disorder and eating disorders often occur together.

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Feeling empty inside: Why it happens and what to do

Feelings of emptiness could be a sign of a mental health condition.

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What is narcissistic abuse, and can it lead to PTSD?

Being in a relationship with someone who has narcissistic traits can lead to PTSD.

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Perfectionism and bipolar disorder: A complex relationship

Perfectionism may worsen symptoms of bipolar disorder. Professional treatment is key.

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Unstable relationship patterns and ways to fix them

There are ways that you can create emotional stability with your partner.

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The overlap between OCD and narcissistic personality disorder

OCD and narcissism can occur together and share some symptoms.

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What is a personality disorder?

Personality disorders significantly affect the way people think, feel, and interact with others.

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Identifying symptoms of mood disorders and their underlying causes

Mood disorders, like depression and bipolar disorder, affect your mental state.

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Facing seasonal affective disorder with ADHD

People who live with ADHD are more likely to be affected by seasonal affective disorder.

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Diagnosed with unspecified neurodevelopmental disorder? Here’s what it means

People with UNDD don’t meet the full criteria for another neurodevelopmental disorder.

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Signs, causes, and diagnosis of anxiety disorders

With the right support, it’s possible to manage the symptoms of anxiety disorders.