What is Imposter Phenomenon and How Can it Result in Anxiety and Depression?

• By: Ashley Zultanky, PsyD Behavior Therapy Associates
• January 22nd, 2024
• anxiety, burnout, cognitive behavioral therapy, cognitive distortions, cognitive mechanisms, comparative thinking, confidence, depression, diversity, imposter phenomenon, inadequacy, inclusivity, mental health, professional environments, recovery, self-doubt, societal pressures, therapeutic interventions, value systems, Winter 2024 Issue
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Have you ever felt like an imposter in your own life? People who experience this phenomenon express the feeling that they might not be as talented or intelligent as others might believe them to be. They hesitate to credit their experience or problem-solving skills when responding to compliments or...

Consumer Perspectives: Volunteering Makes a Difference in Our Lives

• By: Kimyai Missy Rhonda Wesley Services for the UnderServed (S:US)
• January 5th, 2022
• confidence, employment, recovery, self-esteem, stress reduction, volunteer, well-being, Winter 2022 Issue
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This article is part of a quarterly series giving voice to the perspectives of individuals with lived experiences as they share their opinions on a particular topic. The authors are served by Services for the UnderServed (S:US), a New York City-based nonprofit that is committed to giving every New...