Trying to control others by imposing rigid rules, demanding conformity, micromanaging tasks, or punishing deviation is more ...

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental disorder that often involves intrusive thoughts, anxiety, and ritualization. While millions suffer from OCD, the disease is often misunderstood by the ...

The thoughts that flit through our minds are often the ones we keep to ourselves, tucked away even from our closest confidantes. These are the musings that feel a bit too revealing, too raw, or ...

A new scientific review suggests that OCD could be divided into five biological subtypes, revealing key clues for its ...

“I wasn’t a bad kid, I was a hurt kid.” She now works closely with therapists. “I used to think a wheelchair ruined your life ...

As a report from the BBC sees GPs complaining about mental health over-diagnosis, Lauren Geall shares why she thinks opinions ...

BRENDAN Courtney has faced more curveballs than most in the past year. Still grieving the loss of his beloved mum, Brendan ...

You fall asleep at an appropriate hour, giving yourself enough time to rest before a big day ahead — only to be jolted awake by racing thoughts: Was your friend secretly offended by your joke? Are ...

Many companies are training their employees to “be friendlier.” Now, when I go to pay for my groceries or have bloodwork done at a lab, someone invariably asks me, “so what are you doing the rest of ...

Rage is an extreme form of anger, with intense aggressive impulses. It’s caused by perceived violation of rights, status, or ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. “Thoughts & Prayers,” premiering Tuesday on HBO, is a documentary film about the $3-billion “active shooter ...

Liam Drew is a freelance writer based near London, UK. Before a car crash in 2008 left her paralysed from the neck down, Nancy Smith enjoyed playing the piano. Years later, Smith started making music ...