Emotional & Mental Health Articles

Cognitive behavioral therapy is one of the most popular forms of talk therapy around. How and when can it help people on the autism spectrum, and what should you watch out for?

IQ tests are acknowledged as a way to measure intelligence almost everywhere, but why might they not accurately determine the intelligence of an autistic person?

Autism is a complex spectrum. What might people mean when they talk about "mild autism"?

Some folks have plastic surgery after plastic surgery, sliding deep into debt and continuing despite health risks. Can cosmetic procedures become addictive, or does this behavior have another cause?

You've probably had cravings for French fries or pizza before, while you just don't think about apples or zucchini in the same way. Science can explain that.

Tattoos are a bit like cockroaches — if there's one, more are bound to follow soon enough. Is it possible to become addicted to tattoos?

Nicotine is a Trojan horse — it's not directly responsible for all the health problems associated with smoking, but it's what makes you addicted, forcing you to inhale thousands of toxins with each puff.

Have you not been able to quit smoking so far, but really want to? Medications like Zyban and Chantix may offer a way out of your nicotine addiction.

Nicotine gum is one of many forms of nicotine replacement therapy to help people quit smoking. Why might it be the right choice for you?

Nicotine patches are one of many forms of nicotine replacement therapy that can help you quit smoking. What do you need to know about them?