Self-destructive behaviors are intentional actions likely to cause harm physically or emotionally. Examples include substance abuse, engaging in risky behavior, including sexual behavior, or general ...

If you polled a large group of people and asked them if they liked themselves, the great majority would tell you "yes." But the truth, underneath such a response, is often different. Many people who ...

Psychotic-like experiences, such as suspiciousness and unusual thoughts, are common among adolescents who are referred to adolescent psychiatric care. The symptoms are often associated with depression ...

While it can seem shocking that individuals would actively undermine themselves, self-sabotage is a deeply ingrained pattern that can stem from various psychological, emotional, or environmental ...

Self-destructive people do not always wear signs that they’re struggling. But by using your own experience, intuition, and common sense, you can look for significant clues that they are. The challenge ...

Years ago at a forgiveness class for Stanford Continuing Studies, one of us met a man who once had a wife and two children and a good job. But he threw it all away because of a gambling addiction that ...

Mental health experts reveal hidden patterns that damage emotional well-being and hinder happiness. The phenomenon of emotional self-sabotage affects millions of Americans, yet many remain unaware ...

“Harboring unforgiveness is like drinking poison and hoping your enemy will die.” — Joyce Meyer This observation is especially true when we consider why people, including Christians, have such a hard ...

Self-sabotaging is a common behavior among people of all ages. It can manifest in several ways, like procrastination, avoiding responsibility, and self-intoxicating thoughts. You may self-sabotage to ...