When trying to make sense of complex behaviors in ourselves or others, especially within the context of mental health and relationships, two terms often come up: Covert Narcissism and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Though they may appear similar on the surface—particularly in how they affect emotional regulation and interpersonal dynamics—they are rooted in different psychological […]

Cymbalta, the brand name for duloxetine, is a widely prescribed antidepressant used to treat major depressive disorder (MDD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), fibromyalgia, and chronic pain. While many patients benefit from Cymbalta’s effects, there’s a growing conversation online around the negative experiences people have had with it—so much so that phrases like “Cymbalta ruined my […]