How To Cope When Everything Is Overwhelming
Emotional overwhelm happens when stress exceeds your ability to cope. It’s the sensation of being flooded—mentally, emotionally, and sometimes physically—by more input than your brain or body can process.
What do avoidants want in a relationship?
Avoidant attachment is when someone values their independence highly, often keeping emotional distance in relationships. What avoidants want in relationships, is a balance that allows … Read more
How children understand aha-experiences in problem solving
The study explores how children aged 4–8 understand aha-experiences—sudden insights during problem-solving—and their emotional significance.
ADHD and Social Media Addiction & How to Cope
People with ADHD are more likely to develop problematic relationships with social media. These platforms deliver the kind of fast, rewarding stimulation that ADHD brains crave. But while social media can offer connection and entertainment, excessive use can intensify ADHD symptoms and disrupt daily life.
Is poor control over thoughts and emotions related to a higher tendency to delay tasks?
The study investigates whether the link between procrastination and poor attentional control is explained by emotional dysregulation and spontaneous mind-wandering.
Feeling Overwhelmed With Too Many Things To Do
Overwhelm is what happens when the demands on us exceed our mental and emotional capacity. As psychologist Dr. Faye Begeti puts it, “Overwhelm happens when demands exceed our capacity”—especially when we’re juggling too many roles at once.
Drawing the mind: Assessing cognitive decline through self-figure drawings
The study investigates how self-figure drawings can be used to assess cognitive decline in older adults with Alzheimer’s Disease (AD), Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), and normative cognitive functioning.
Imposter Syndrome After An Autism Diagnosis
Have you ever wondered, “Am I really autistic—or just overthinking it?” If so, you’re not alone. Many autistic individuals—especially those diagnosed later in life—experience what’s known as autism imposter syndrome. This form of self-doubt can make you feel like a fraud, even if you have a formal diagnosis or clearly relate to the autism spectrum. Understanding why these feelings arise can help you find validation, regain confidence, and embrace your neurodivergent identity.
How newly diagnosed autistic adults engage with a neurodiversity-affirming “Welcome Pack”
The study explores how newly diagnosed autistic adults engage with a self-guided, neurodiversity-affirming resource called the “Welcome Pack.”
Depression and anxiety have distinct and overlapping language patterns
Stade, E. C., Ungar, L., Eichstaedt, J. C., Sherman, G., & Ruscio, A. M. (2023). Depression and anxiety have distinct and overlapping language patterns: Results … Read more