It’s a predominant truth in Western countries that men are generally taught to express their anger, hide vulnerability, and adhere to gender roles that champion power and control. However, vulnerable emotions are part of the human experience. When men are raised to continuously measure themselves against socially prescribed rules about...

Healing from childhood trauma is a journey. Traumatic events can have lasting effects in the way your brain functions and the way your body responds to stress. Different forms of psychotherapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, have been shown to effectively...

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is characterized by persistent, unwanted thoughts (obsessions), and ritualistic behaviors performed to alleviate anxiety (compulsions). This article will examine how early-life adversities could cause and influence OCD symptoms and consider the therapeutic benefits of addressing childhood trauma in OCD treatment.   Key Takeaways Childhood trauma has been proposed...