Monthly Archives: August 2016

What OCD Treatment Is Best?

Posted on August 27, 2016 by JmaC

Do You Know Which Of These Treatments Works Best For OCD Sufferers? SSRIs, like fluxotine or other antidepressants Exposure therapy Ritual prevention Atypical antipsychotics, like risperidone Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is an anxiety disorder that affects over 6 million Americans each … Continue reading →

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Walking On Eggshells May Be The Best Strategy For A Chronically Anxious Partner

Posted on August 27, 2016 by JmaC

Editor’s Note: This article is based on studies conducted by the author, as Principal Investigator, and funded by a research award (#1360530) from the National Science Foundation’s Division of Behavioral and Cognitive Sciences. “… implications for how to help people … Continue reading →

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Alleviating Worry with Positive Thoughts

Posted on August 27, 2016 by JmaC

Worries are a normal feature of human existence. Whether it is an upcoming presentation or a romantic date, we all have our concerns about the future, and in many cases, this type of worry is actually helpful1. For instance, worrying … Continue reading →

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Effective Anxiety Treatment

Posted on August 27, 2016 by JmaC

PUBLISHED: 08/03/2016 Samuel Hunley, M.A. from Emory University Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) refers to a broad range of psychological treatments for anxiety disorders. Generally speaking, these clinical approaches seek to alleviate both negative cognitions (i.e., thoughts, beliefs) and maladaptive behaviors … Continue reading →

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Advances in anxiety research shed light on new challenges

Posted on August 27, 2016 by JmaC

PUBLISHED: 01/03/2016 Anxiety is the most prevalent mental illness in the United States. It affects nearly 14% of the population yearly. While new information on anxiety disorders has flourished over the last decade, little is being done to improve treatment … Continue reading →

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My Depression

Posted on August 27, 2016 by JmaC

I like to take cold showers   I like to see How much I have to turn the dial Until my body is as Numb As my mind   People say Depression Is a fog A dark hole A piercing … Continue reading →

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Positive

Posted on August 27, 2016 by JmaC

A positive attitude helps you in every walk in life. This can help you overcome life’s many obstacles with a little ease. A positive attitude can take you places. Being optimistic about your approach can turn many situations in your … Continue reading →

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Left Behind

Posted on August 27, 2016 by JmaC

  Here lies the girl I could have been The one who could smile Have fun And blend in She could dance Regret the same things She was by no means the dumbest They said she was smart But she … Continue reading →

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Stop Feeling Insecure Positive Affirmations

Posted on August 27, 2016 by JmaC

Present Tense Affirmations I am confident with myself I am unique I am special I bring something different to my environment I am a great person I am a strong-minded individual My opinions are important I see the world for … Continue reading →

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Stop Feeling Inferior Positive Affirmations

Posted on August 27, 2016 by JmaC

Present Tense Affirmations I am important I am equal to my peers I restrain from comparing myself to others I am a strong, independent individual I am unique I have individual strengths I am comfortable with my weaknesses I overcome … Continue reading →

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