Some teens don’t have it easy. They’re inner life is filled with tumultuous thoughts and feelings and the thoughts about themselves are anything but positive. Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is […]
Personality Disorders
How to Respond to Teen Psychosis
Psychosis is a symptom of mind that can show up in adolescence, but for most teens it won’t. Yet, for those teens who do experience hallucinations and/or delusions, psychosis can […]
How Teen Borderline Personality Disorder and Bipolar Disorder Differ
There are some very close similarities between Teen Borderline Personality Disorder and Bipolar Disorder. And although this is true, these mental illnesses also have significant differences that are worth noting. […]
Teen Borderline Personality Disorder: Signs to Look For
Sarah has a reputation among her friends as being very impulsive. Her emotions are erratic and she can get easy to anger. She tends to flirt with the males in […]
Teen Dissociative Disorder From Childhood to Adulthood
Dissociation is an experience that many adults and adolescents experience. However, in children and teens dissociation tends to look a little different. This article will explore the differences in dissociation […]
What is the Difference Between a Psychopath and a Sociopath?
The terms “psychopath” and “sociopath” are used interchangeably and, at times, inappropriately. The two terms are actually part of an antisocial personality disorder and it’s not accurate to name someone […]
Personality Disorders in Teens: What You Should Know
Historically, people would not received a diagnosis for personality disorders until they were at least in their 20’s. The nature of the illness indicates a long-term unhealthy pattern of thought and behavior […]
A Parent’s Guide to Adolescent Borderline Personality Disorder
Parenting teens can be stressful. Because your teen is going through hormonal changes and dealing with the rigors of approaching adulthood, it’s common to deal with moodiness, irrational behaviors, misplaced […]
A Parent’s Guide to Understanding Teen Dissociative Disorders
Dissociative disorders are comprised of several different but similar conditions that cause a lack of connection in a person’s thoughts. In years past, one well-known type of disorder was sometimes […]
Common Lies That Narcissists Tell
The definition of a narcissist, according to psychologist Stephen Johnson, is “someone who has buried his true self-expression in response to early injuries and replaced it with a highly developed, […]