Believe it or not, one in every eight people in the world lives with a mental disorder. Characterized by a clinically significant disturbance in a person’s cognition, behavior, or emotional regulation, mental illness is often associated with distress or impairment in important areas of functioning. There are many various mental disorders that have been studied … Continued
Has anyone ever ended a conversation through text or email with the acronym “BBG,” leaving you to wonder what they mean? Or, perhaps you just welcomed a new infant daughter into your family, and a friend said, “Congrats on your BBG!” Or, maybe you came across the acronym “BBG” while working out at the gym. … Continued
Do you ever feel as though people are “out to get you” or that you’re the subject of persistent, intrusive attention by others? Although it’s normal to sometimes feel a bit wary of others, an intense feeling of mistrust that interferes with daily functioning can be a sign of paranoid personality disorder (PPD). What does … Continued
Has anyone ever told you to stop projecting your feelings onto them? While projecting is commonly used in the realm of psychology, there’s a good chance you’ve heard the word used in heated discussions when people feel attacked. So, what exactly does projecting mean? And how can you tell if you’re projecting? We’ll tell you. … Continued
Did you know that the average college tuition in the United States is $9,349 for in-state students and $27,023 for out-of-state students? Yup, it’s true — the cost of attendance can be expensive, to say the least. Thankfully, for those who aren’t able to afford the price of a college education, FAFSA is available. What … Continued
Did you know that the U.S. Constitution mandates a census every ten years to count every person that resides within the United States? Yup, it’s true — the first census took place in 1790, and Census Day has taken place on April 1st every decade since 1930. What does the word census mean, you ask? … Continued
Over the last few decades, the word hotep has been making an appearance amongst the “super woke,” but do you know what it means or where it came from? Not to worry; The Word Counter is here to help! In this article, we’re exploring the word hotep to uncover its definition, origin, proper usage, and … Continued
Some folks have the ability to set their emotions to the side and make clear, calm decisions — even when stress is at an all-time high. Rather than getting caught up in big-picture ideals or feeling overwhelmed by a crisis, they manage to face the issue practically. For those who don’t crumble under pressure, this … Continued
When you hear someone say “double caret,” we wouldn’t blame you for instantly thinking about two bright-orange carrots. However, more often than not, our word of the day refers to a pair of punctuation marks. Interested in learning more? We’ve got you covered. Read on as we explore the meaning behind the double caret. What … Continued