Is Creating Fake Scenarios a Mental Illness? Maladaptive Daydreaming Explained

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Key Takeaways What Happens When Daydreaming Takes Over Your Life Imagine being so captivated by the world in your mind that hours pass without you noticing. You might forget to eat, sleep, or complete essential tasks. Conversations fade into background noise as your attention remains fixed on the narrative unfolding in your imagination. This isn’t […]

Expert Insights on the “Great Lock-In Challenge” TikTok Trend

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Dr. Meghan Marcum, Chief Psychologist at AMFM Healthcare, was recently featured in Betches’ article examining the viral “Great Lock-In Challenge” TikTok trend PSA: The “Great Lock-In Challenge” Is Not A Toxic Productivity Marathon. The piece explores the end-of-year productivity movement that encourages people to focus intensively on self-improvement goals during the final months of 2024. […]

Expert Guidance on Divorce and Children

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We’re proud to share that Aja Chavez from AMFM was recently featured in Verywell Mind’s article “I Divorced My Partner for Cheating—What Should I Tell the Kids?” This important piece addresses one of the most challenging conversations parents face during divorce proceedings. The article explores the delicate balance of being honest with children while protecting […]

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