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American Psychiatric Association @apapsychiatric.bsky.social · 3d

A small reminder to check in with the people who matter.

Send a text. Make a call. Simply say, “I care about you.”

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Psychology Today @psychologytoday.com · 2d

“AI can gaslight, deceive, or churn out disinformation with no intent, no guilt, and no soul. That’s what makes it so dangerous."

Pathology Without a Person

What if cruelty no longer needed a conscience—just code, a platform, and an audience to applaud it?

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American Psychiatric Association @apapsychiatric.bsky.social · 1d

Importance Of First Responder Mental Health https://ow.ly/Cjwt50XiZf8

Importance Of First Responder Mental Health

First responders encounter difficult, traumatic events in times of emergency and crisis. They help people on the worst days of their lives and are

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Psychology Today @psychologytoday.com · 11d

All your partner really needs to feel safe with you is to know you’re there for them, that you don’t judge them, and that you care about how they feel—even if you don’t entirely understand it. These phrases will leave them feeling dismissed instead.

4 Things You Should Never Say to a Partner

Making statements like these four can leave a romantic partner feeling dismissed.

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Psychology Today @psychologytoday.com · 10d

Perfectionism may look like a strength, but at its core, it is anxiety demanding control or validation. Understanding its roots can help you let it go and heal.

Is Your Perfectionism About Control or Connection?

Not all perfectionism is the same. Discover the two hidden forces that drive it—and how understanding your type can help you find peace and freedom from anxiety.

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Psychology Today @psychologytoday.com · 10d

"The best self-help isn't in a book. It's in the moment you allow yourself to see the life you're living and decide whether it's the one you want."

Do Self-Help Books Work?

What really inspires personal insight within us?

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American Psychiatric Association @apapsychiatric.bsky.social · 8d

9 Foods That Could Help You Manage Depression https://ow.ly/mn3450Xfyl8

9 Foods That Could Help You Manage Depression

Some foods and diets may help ease symptoms of depression, while others may increase symptoms.

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Richard Blumenthal @blumenthal.senate.gov · 8d

You can’t make this stuff up—a demand for $230 million (taxpayer dollars) by President Trump, to be approved by top DOJ officials, his former personal lawyers. Head spinning chutzpah. Eye watering conflicts of interest. More corrupt self enrichment.

Trump Said to Demand Justice Dept. Pay Him $230 Million for Past Cases

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Psychology Today @psychologytoday.com · 20d

Real self-control isn't about forcing ourselves to do something we don't want to do. It's about choosing to act in ways that fit our values and setting things up so we're more likely to follow through, no gritted teeth required.

5 Secrets to Self-Control

Self-control isn't about forcing ourselves to do something we hate. It's choosing to act in ways that fit our values and using practical strategies, no gritted teeth required.

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Arbella Odishoo Parrot,PsyD @drarbella.bsky.social · 21d

Psychologist here. Can someone pls explain what free speech has to do with this? Like any health care prof, there are things I can and can’t do for the health and safety of my patients. There was a time doctors would prescribe all sorts of remedies but we learn, do research and adapt.

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Psychology Today @psychologytoday.com · 23d

Cognitive empathy allows us to understand others’ perspectives without absorbing their emotions. We can then respond with compassion and wisdom without losing ourselves in the process. Here's how it works.

Don't Drown in Empathy

Discover why understanding others’ perspectives—without absorbing their pain—can transform your relationships, boost resilience, and prevent burnout.

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American Psychiatric Association @apapsychiatric.bsky.social · 23d

Top 10 Things Everyone Should Know About Addiction https://ow.ly/OrxC50X7bYZ

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American Psychiatric Association @apapsychiatric.bsky.social · 22d

APA Position Statement on Conversion Therapy and LGBTQ+ Patients https://ow.ly/xv2U50X7LqS

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American Psychiatric Association @apapsychiatric.bsky.social · Sep 29

Suicide is one of the leading causes of death in the United States. Yet, suicide is preventable. Visit our resource center to learn about the risk factors and how to recognize the warning signs for suicide. bit.ly/4nuT7ox #SuicidePrevention

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Arbella Odishoo Parrot,PsyD @drarbella.bsky.social · Sep 29

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Trump Is Shutting Down the War on Cancer

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Richard Blumenthal @blumenthal.senate.gov · Sep 9

Animal abuse is abhorrent—&, tragically, expanding. My Better CARE for Animals Act would help punish & deter it with tougher penalties & accountability with real punch. Animals need advocates— they can’t do it.

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Psychology Today @psychologytoday.com · Sep 9

Emotional regulation is more than simply “keeping our cool.” It’s about understanding our triggers, recognizing stress, and finding ways to respond rather than react.

5 Steps to Navigate Emotional Triggers at Work

3. Manage the timing of high-stakes conversations.

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Psychology Today @psychologytoday.com · Sep 9

Humans carry millions of years of evolutionary pressure to acquire more resources and higher social status. But it’s our relationships that really make our lives fulfilling today.

Why More Is Never Enough

Human insatiability originates from evolutionary adaptations that have historically ensured survival through resource acquisition, status competition, and mate selection.

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American Psychiatric Association @apapsychiatric.bsky.social · Sep 5

Providing mental health care to college students requires respect for the student’s rights and safety as well as the parents’ concerns. bit.ly/45xzIgx

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American Psychiatric Association @apapsychiatric.bsky.social · Aug 18

COMING SOON: Despite the wealth of evidence showing that psychological conditions can affect physical health—for example, the impact of stress on blood pressure—it is not uncommon, even now, for disorders of the mind and body to be viewed and treated independently of one another. bit.ly/3UquKMs

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Arbella Odishoo Parrot,PsyD @drarbella.bsky.social · Aug 18

Perhaps an ever accommodating non human isn’t always the best mental health professional?

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Opinion | What My Daughter Told ChatGPT Before She Took Her Life

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Psychology Today @psychologytoday.com · Aug 11

"Happiness is not contingent on external factors such as wealth, status, or achievements. True happiness is an internal state cultivated through gratitude, contentment, and a sense of purpose."

Pain Is Inevitable, Suffering Is Optional

Embrace acceptance, mindfulness, resilience, perspective, and self-compassion to navigate life's challenges with grace.

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Psychology Today @psychologytoday.com · Aug 11

Some people's thoughts are running nonstop, worrying about the future, never living in the present. These 5 steps can help them get back in touch with their emotions and enjoy a little spontaneity. www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/fixi...

Always Living in Your Head? How to Break Out

If you live in your head most of the time, you may be overly anxious and missing the valuable information your intuition can provide.

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Psychology Today @psychologytoday.com · Aug 12

It’s important to be there for the people you love and care about. However, it shouldn’t come at the cost of your own well-being.

2 Signs That You're Unknowingly Abandoning Yourself

Do you consider your own needs without weighing them against others’?

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Psychology Today @psychologytoday.com · Jul 21

When it comes to personal change, most people focus on behavior—exercising more, eating healthier, and setting bigger goals. But real transformation starts with the way you talk to yourself.

Your Self-Talk Is Your Destiny—These 3 Words Matter Most

Your future depends on the story you tell yourself today. Rewrite it — and watch everything change.

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