Kirsten Thompson, MD

How to

Get Prescribed Xanax

You may have heard Xanax is a good drug to use for anxiety and other disorders. That much is true. However, most doctors will not readily hand out prescriptions for this drug because it does come with some problems. Ther...

How to Get an Adrenaline Rush: At-Home Ideas

Get your blood pumping no matter where you areBungee jumping. Sky-diving. Paragliding. All of these activities are great ways to get an adrenaline rush, or an experience where you develop an increased heart rate and a sp...

Get Closer with Your Cousins: Gaining Trust, Building Relationships & More

Family psychology experts weigh in on how to build a friendship with your cousinFor some people, a cousin is like a cross between a sibling and a friend, and the relationship can be very deep and close. Others are more ...

How to

Identify a Pedophile

All parents want to protect their children from predators, but how do you keep your kids safe when you don't know how to spot one? Anyone can be a child molester, so identifying one can be difficult — especially becaus...

Maladaptive Daydreaming Test

You have an active imagination. Your fantasies feature an exciting cast of characters, with complex storylines fit for the screen. You could spend the whole day lost in reveries. But are you just a dreamer—or are you l...

14 House Rules for Teenagers & Young Adults Living at Home

Setting boundaries when your adult child lives at homeFor 18-year-olds, living at home is a sensible way to weather a tough economy and build up to a more independent life. But living with a young adult is different tha...

Why You Can't Get Over Your Ex (Even If It Was a Bad Relationship)

A comprehensive guide to all the reasons moving on can be difficult, with tips to help you let go and move forwardBreakups are never easy, and getting over them takes time, but make no mistake: you can do it. If you’r...

How to

Control an Adrenaline Rush

An adrenaline rush is when your adrenal glands pump an excess amount of adrenaline into your body in response to high amounts of stress or anxiety. You may experience a wide range of symptoms that are similar to panic at...

How to

Write a Letter Asking for Advice

The need to ask for advice arises periodically throughout life. Looking for a job, navigating the world of relationships, dealing with bullies, or figuring out what to do about your first crush are just a few of the life...

How to

Cope if You Wet Yourself in Public

Wetting yourself in public is far more common than people realize, whether it be situational or a medical. That being said, it can still lead to stress and embarrassment. But there is no need to be stressed! Accidents ha...

How to

Get a Sick Note

A sick note, sometimes called a doctor’s note or a medical certificate, is a recommendation from your doctor about your medical condition and how it affects your ability to attend school or work. Sick notes can be for ...

11 Important Rules for Adult Children Living at Home

''Use these rules to create a contract that works for everyone in your home''Once your child leaves the nest, you don’t expect them to fly back home to roost. This change in plans isn’t necessarily a bad thing; in fa...

How to

Keep From Excessively Daydreaming

If your daydreaming is interfering with your day-to-day activities, it may be a sign that you need to improve your concentration and save your dreaming for nighttime. In order to reduce your daydreaming, it may help to f...

How to

Deal With a Difficult Cousin

Having a difficult cousin can be frustrating, especially if you have to spend time with them often. You can make it easier on yourself by learning to handle conflicts with your cousin, communicating with them more effect...

How to

Increase Dopamine Sensitivity

Dopamine is the brain's pleasure, motivation, and reward chemical. Improving dopamine sensitivity can have profound effects on many day-to-day functions, including motivation, memory, behavior, cognition, attention, slee...

How to

Comfort Your Sister when She Is Crying

When your sister is upset, she might turn to you for comfort. No matter what’s upsetting her, you can be supportive and helpful. Offer her a shoulder to cry on and be a good listener. If she wants it, you can offer to...

How to

Get Through Tough Times

Life changes can leave you reeling and feeling unsure of what to do next. Whether it’s coping with financial problems, dealing with death or trying to heal from a divorce, it’s not always easy to figure out what your...

How to Maintain Your Independence While Living at Home

Make living with your parents a better experience for everyone If you're a young adult who's recently moved back in with your parents, you're not alone. Studies show that around half of all 18- to 29-year-old Americans a...

How to

Stop Trintellix

If you’re dealing with depression, your doctor may prescribe an antidepressant medication like Trintellix to help treat and manage your symptoms. If you and your doctor decide that this isn't the right medication for y...

How to

Stop Zoning Out

Do you have trouble paying attention during lectures or find yourself distracted while communicating with others? Does concentrating to complete a task take special effort? If you find yourself zoning out a lot in life, ...