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ADHD is often misunderstood and underdiagnosed in women, leading to unique struggles that can make everyday life overwhelming.

The start of the school year means new routines, classmates, and teachers. While returning to school brings anticipation and excitement, many students struggle with worries and fears beyond what’s considered the first-day jitters.

What comes to mind when you think of events that may be the cause of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)? Childbirth PTSD is different than other forms of PTSD as, unlike other trauma-related events, childbirth is an index event that is socially generally considered to be positive. But for many women, this event can also be a source of deep psychological trauma.

The journey of therapy is deeply personal and transformative. Here are 10 tips to help both children and adults manage the transition to a new therapist, ensuring continuity and growth in your mental health journey.

Check out our ADAA members' new books highlighting Happiness, Self-Awareness and Resilience: Learn More About (and Read) The Way I See It, When a Loved One Won’t Seek Mental Health Treatment and The Stoicism Workbook - In Conversation with ADAA Member Authors.

An upsetting myth about Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) has been circulating online, saying that CBT “blames” individuals for their problems. Nothing could be further from the truth, and this profound misunderstanding could prevent people from seeking treatment that thousands of studies have demonstrated is effective in helping people get well and stay well.

Health care professionals should take steps to manage their stress, to prevent it from adversely affecting work performance, emotional wellbeing, and health.

Much is written and done to battle stigma in mental health these days. Groups such as WISE put out wonderful content to educate the public and eradicate stigma.

We invite you to learn about self-talk as a simple yet highly effective secret weapon to battle anxiety and depression. We advocate for creating short phrases that guide us and focus our intentions.