Psychotherapy refers to the use of scientifically validated psychological techniques to treat mental and emotional disorders. Psychotherapy operates on the premise that mental and emotional disorders are caused by dysfunctional thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
Psychotherapy is a general term used to describe the use of scientifically proven techniques to help people change negative behaviors, thoughts, and emotions. It involves talking to a trained mental health professional, such as a psychiatrist, psychologist, social worker, or counselor.
You have a friend who’s behaved strangely for years – insisting on storing canned goods a certain way, double-checking doors, and locks, and quietly repeating a favorite phrase before doing something that brings stress. This person may have obsessive-compulsive disorder, but there are ways to help overcome the symptoms. What is OCD? Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)…
Millions of people have symptoms like headaches, mental illness, widespread pain, sadness, fear, and trouble sleeping, among many types of physical and psychological problems, often caused by things both known and unknown. For many, pain and discomfort can affect every aspect of their lives, but there may be ways to regain control, including with treatments…
If you know someone with anxiety, the last thing that person needs is to hear you say, “Why aren’t you getting professional help?” Compassion and empathy are powerful weapons to wield against anxiety, but knowing how and when to use them is critical.
If you stub your big toe, it’s obvious the injury can affect your mobility. But if you’re depressed, what’s the effect? Like other kinds of illness, depression can result in seen and unseen effects – including how your brain functions. If left alone, depression can affect your brain in unimaginable ways.
Suicide regularly ranks as a top 10 cause of death in the United States, with men almost four times as likely as women to take their own lives. Thoughts of suicide are a big problem. Talking about it, even worse. The good news? Most U.S. adults think it is preventable.
If you know someone who’s depressed, it’s sometimes difficult to know how to act or what to say to that person. You’re afraid of exacerbating the situation, but the worst thing you can do is to do nothing at all. Below are some helpful tips and best practices to help someone dealing with depression.
If you have problems getting restful sleep, it could be triggered by a sleep disorder or even post-traumatic stress disorder. Up to 70 million U.S. adults have trouble sleeping, and several million have mental health symptoms. Symptoms of either can be managed, allowing you to get a good night’s sleep.
You’re worried all the time and tired because of it. Or is it the other way around? Anxiety and fatigue go together, gradually taking control of your life if you let them. Both have certain triggers, and the more you know, the better you can fight them in the long run.