When was the last time you asked someone for help? Many of us might think back to bigger moments—like a ride to the airport or talking through a personal problem—but it turns out that asking for (and ...

Lupus can cause many different symptoms and many different emotions. As a result, a suitable way to help someone with lupus is by listening to them and asking what they need. This shows the person ...

Self-harm, known clinically as nonsuicidal self-injury, is a maladaptive way of coping with emotional distress — it provides momentary relief but doesn’t address underlying feelings. If someone you ...

You may be able to help a loved one experiencing bulimia by supporting their recovery, educating yourself about eating disorders, and avoiding comments about their body or weight. If someone you care ...

Some tips for helping someone who is on a bad trip include avoiding judgment, establishing which drugs they took, and monitoring their vital signs. There is no exact medical definition for a “bad trip ...

Some people are just the go-tos when anyone in their circle has a problem. They give great advice, are always understanding, and have an energy that makes people want to approach them for help. The ...

Whatever you want to achieve, whether in your personal life or professionally, becomes much easier with the help of others. Yet, many people find asking for help challenging. Waiting expectantly, ...

Sarah Bradley is a writer with six years of experience creating personal essays, reported features, and content related to health and parenting topics. The headache from a migraine attack can be ...

In my book Unhealthy Helping, I emphasize that well-intended intervention isn’t enough to effectively help others, and some forms of helping are subject to backfire. This is especially true when it ...