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	Dr. Ilyssa Hershey BellaOnline's Mental Health Editor

The False Self
Most of us present different sides of ourselves depending on the situation. It is necessary to live in a social world. But what happens when we lose the ability to express our authentic selves spontaneously and creatively all or most of the time? When can our “false self” become unhealthy?

The Grieving Process
Grief is a normal response to loss and has many variations. This article outlines stages, emotions, and the need for support in the grieving process.

Understanding Emotions
Emotions are complex and can be overwhelming at times. Understanding them is the first step to managing them.

Unresolved Anger
Anger is an emotion that has received a bad rap. As children, many of us were told, “If you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say anything at all.” What happens when anger isn't expressed? And what benefits can expressing it have on our physical and psychological well-being?