Morris Psychological Group

04/20/2026

Avoidance, not lack of readiness, is a core driver of PTSD symptoms and treatment delay. Readiness depends on safety and engagement, not the absence of symptoms or ambivalence. ⬇️

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/missing-links/202604/when-is-the-right-time-to-start-trauma-therapy

You don’t have to feel fully ready to start trauma therapy. Waiting may be what’s keeping symptoms stuck in place, and it reinforces avoidance over time.

04/17/2026

Over the past decade, mental health literacy has gone mainstream. Therapy language used to be confined to clinical settings and academic journals, but now, it crops up everywhere from TikTok captions to relationship arguments. We talk about “boundaries,” “triggers,” “emotional labor” and “inner children” with the fluency of a licensed counselor or social worker.

This cultural therapeutic reckoning looks a lot like progress — and in many ways, it definitely is. Greater awareness has reduced stigma surrounding mental health, helped people articulate their needs and gave people the necessary courage to seek professional help. That said, there’s also a newfound downside to this therapeutic fluency, which is showing up most predominantly in everyday relationships.

We’ve learned to speak therapy language fluently, but not always accurately. Here’s how this gap can damage your relationship.

04/15/2026

Anxiety is one of the most common mental health disorders affecting children and adults on the autism spectrum.

Anxiety is one of the most common mental health disorders affecting children and adults on the autism spectrum.

04/13/2026

What we believe is determined by more than just the facts we are exposed to, according to a new study in Psychological Science.

https://www.psychologicalscience.org/news/2026-mar-information-motivation.html

What we believe is determined by more than just the facts we are exposed to, according to a new study in Psychological Science.

04/10/2026

Ever wonder why spring cleaning boosts your mood? ☺️

The act of cleaning itself releases feel-good chemicals like endorphins, which can increase energy and lift moods. It also makes you feel accomplished!

We know the hard part is starting, but once you do- prepare to feel good!
https://993thefox.iheart.com/content/2026-03-24-why-spring-cleaning-makes-you-happy/

Why Spring Cleaning Makes You Happy

04/08/2026

Artificial intelligence chatbots are so prone to flattering and validating their human users that they are giving bad advice that can damage relationships and reinforce harmful behaviors, according to a new study that explores the dangers of AI telling people what they want to hear.

Raise a hand in the comments if you've found your AI chatbot to be very agreeable. ✋

Artificial intelligence chatbots are so prone to flattering and validating their human users that they are giving bad advice that can damage relationships and reinforce harmful behaviors, according to a new study that explores the dangers of AI telling people what they want to hear.

04/06/2026

Healing can lead to guilt when it distances a person from loved ones who remain in dysfunction.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/childhood-emotional-neglect/202604/why-healing-yourself-can-trigger-survivors-guilt

Healing sometimes means moving beyond people who once shared your struggles. That change can trigger a surprising and painful form of survivor’s guilt.

04/03/2026

Wishing all who celebrate a joyful and meaningful Passover and Easter 🌿✨

May this season of renewal bring peace, hope, and time spent with those who matter most. 💛

04/03/2026

Struggling with travel anxiety? These 7 tips can help you cope
➡️https://www.calm.com/blog/travel-anxiety #:~:text=1.,actually%20feels%20enjoyable%20to%20you.

From pre-trip nerves to in-the-moment panic, travel anxiety can show up in many ways. Learn 7 tips to help you feel steadier before—and during—your travels.

04/01/2026

When you make a small mistake that doesn’t harm anyone else—such as tripping over a curb or misremembering a name—people will like you more if you can laugh at yourself rather than act embarrassed, finds research published by the American Psychological Association.

Research finds that laughing at yourself after a minor, harmless mistake makes others see you as more warm, competent, and authentic than showing embarrassment.

03/27/2026

Mental health conditions and life circumstances vary widely and treatment must be tailored to each individual for the best results. ✅

Research summaries show that about 65-80% of people report therapy to be helpful. The exact number depends on how helpfulness is measured and which approach is used, but these figures are generally accepted in the field.

In her blog, Dr. Hirschmann shares the answers to some frequently asked questions so that you can make thoughtful decisions about psychotherapy for yourself or a loved one. To learn more, click the link below.
https://morrispsych.com/demystifying-psychotherapy-answers-to-common-questions-by-hayley-hirschmann-ph-d/