Fear is described as an unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous, likely to cause pain or a threat. It is also the act of being afraid of someone or something as likely to be dangerous, painful, or threatening. Fear is a basic survival mechanism that signals the body to [...]
Dialectical behavior therapy or DBT is a kind of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). It focuses mainly on living in the moment, coping healthily with stress, regulate emotions, and improve relationships with others. Originally intended for those with borderline personality disorder (BPD), it has now been adapted for other mental health conditions. […]
There are a lot of nerves that can build when you are about to or have recently become a new mother. The postpartum phase is not the same for all moms. But most of the time, intense feelings of love can drive a new mom into her new role without much thought or effort. That [...]
A few weeks ago, we published a blog about the stress levels of teens. And while teens today are seriously stressed, many seem to forget that their parents are just as stressed. In 2014, the American Psychological Association ran a survey entitled Stress in America. This study found that parents who have a child under [...]
Child Counseling: Do Fidget Spinners Actually Work? Remember when fidget spinners were everywhere? You couldn't walk two feet without seeing someone flicking one between their fingers. Originally touted as the go-to tool for kids with ADHD, anxiety, and autism, they quickly became the bane of existence for teachers and some parents, leading to bans [...]
Anger and Mental Health Anger is quite a powerful human emotion. It stems from feelings of frustration, hurt, and even fear. While anger is an extremely normal emotion, it seems it’s in excess these days. Most of us seem to be aggravated about something from small irritations to strong rage. And while many connotate [...]
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a psychotherapy treatment developed by Francine Shapiro, Ph.D. in the late 1980s. It was originally designed to alleviate the distress associated with traumatic memories, such as with PTSD cases. Multiple studies show that those using EMDR can experience a quicker healing process. EMDR helps to remove emotional and [...]
Anxiety is No Joke: Stress Levels Today As someone in front of several children and teens, I’ve learned a lot about the inner workings of their everyday lives. There is pressure at wildly young ages to succeed in academics and extracurriculars. Losing sleep due to long hours of homework, projects, and exams on top [...]
Mediation is a topic that doesn’t exactly vibe with everyone. Although it is 2019 and more people are turning to more holistic and authentic ways of life, we still generally hold a stigma when it comes to those who meditate. Many of us picture monks in long robes, holding vows of silence, devoting hours to [...]
Anxiety Help: Products Vs. Lifestyle If you type “anxiety” into the Amazon search bar, you are met with seven pages of search results. From stress balls, aromatherapy mists, and gummy “calm” vitamins to audio books, teas, and weighted blankets, there are no shortages of possible anxiety relief solutions. In a culture where therapy is [...]
