My patient’s dilemma is far from unique. She was caught in a tug-of-war with guilt, which is something many of us can relate to. This emotion comes in two varieties: normal guilt and maladaptive ...

It's all about validating their feelings, while still holding the boundary. Acknowledging that your mom is upset that she can't come over, or that your child is angry they can't have the candy, but ...

A recent study in theJournal of Psychoactive Drugs has shed light on a less discussed aspect of psychedelic experiences: the feelings of shame and guilt that can arise during these journeys.

With both anger and guilt, how can we tell when these emotions are justified and useful, and when they’re excessive and unnecessary? Dear Angry at Anger, Around 2,500 years ago, the Ancient ...

Veterans often experience survivor’s guilt. A soldier may witness a comrade standing next to him be killed and wonder at the apparent unfairness of their own survival. Such feelings are not ...

On paper, it might sound irrational to blame yourself for a rare eye cancer diagnosis. But spend a few minutes in the online ...

Deepika Padukone opens up about mother’s guilt, highlighting the challenges of balancing motherhood and career, encouraging a ...