The “wall of awful” describes a mental barrier that makes starting important tasks feel extremely hard for people with ADHD. The wall builds over time from shame, fear, and past negative experiences, ...

Overthinking has become one of the most common mental health challenges today. Experts say small daily changes can help people regain control of their thoughts.

Here’s another trap—you might feel the need to jump straight to gratitude whenever you’re feeling down. And the inability to ...

Do you often replay the bad yet always forget the good? Here’s the science behind negative thought spirals and how to find balance and resilience. Do you know why our brains can replay our most ...

British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher made a powerful statement regarding our thoughts: “Watch your thoughts for they become words. Watch your words for they become actions. Watch your actions for ...

More than ever, it seems, the world can be extremely overwhelming. When so much seems to be out of our control, it can be easy to fall into unhealthy patterns. Negative thinking can contribute to even ...

A young man sitting on the street browsing his smartphone. Although stress is a natural part of life, sometimes it can be a lot to handle. Taking the right steps like speaking to a therapist can keep ...

Although stress is a natural part of life, sometimes it can be a lot to handle. Taking the right steps like speaking to a therapist can keep mental health concerns at bay. Other options include mental ...

NEW YORK When we make mistakes at work, it can lead to a cycle of negative thinking. The damaging thoughts swirl: “I’m an impostor.” “I’m not smart enough.” “I’m failing at my job.” Feeling like an ...

Many people experience negative thought spirals or feedback loops. The triggers for these spirals can be minor, but they can lead to major self-doubts and questioning our sense of belonging, skills, ...