Category: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
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May 3rd, 2013 |
Social anxiety (SAD) can be a debilitating condition. The symptoms of SAD include fear, shame, guilt, depression, and avoidance of situations that trigger any of those emotions. People with SAD often have difficulty in social situations and are less than adept at navigating interpersonal relationships. They are fearful of what others will think of them and whether they will be accepted or not. Fear of rejection and criticism... Read More
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May 1st, 2013 |
When someone meets the threshold for clinical depression, it means that they meet several criteria necessary for a diagnosis. However, many people experience subthreshold symptoms. Although they do not meet the necessary requirements for a clinical diagnosis, their symptoms still impact their quality of life. Despite the fact that a wide range of treatments for depression are readily available, many people with symptoms of depression still do not get help. But the introduction of Internet-based interventions is... Read More
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April 18th, 2013 |
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a physical condition which impairs breathing. People who have COPD have twice the risk of developing anxiety or depression when compared to individuals without COPD. Mood issues can have a strong effect on COPD and can result in poorer outcomes. Therefore, interventions designed to improve mood can help increase the quality of life and overall health of people living with COPD.... Read More
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February 5th, 2013 |
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a common therapeutic approach used to address a variety of mental health issues. However, not everyone has access to CBT services. The financial burden of receiving treatment can also prohibit many individuals from reaping the rewards of this type of therapy. Untreated mental health conditions extract a big cost from individuals, families, and society. For people with health anxiety, the overuse of medical services can put a financial burden on communities and families.... Read More
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January 28th, 2013 |
Alcohol is often referred to as “liquid courage,” with good reason. Individuals who are nervous in social settings may find the relaxing effects of alcohol helpful. They may feel more at ease and comfortable when they drink. In fact, many people with anxiety, social phobia, and panic issues drink as way to alleviate their stress levels. Unfortunately, these individuals are at heightened risk for developing an alcohol use problem... Read More
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January 28th, 2013 |
Appraisals are perceptions people have related to a particular event or emotion. For trauma survivors, appraisals surrounding the traumatic event may result in feelings of guilt, shame, fear, and anger, among others. Changing these appraisals may be the key to unlocking the door to recovery for many people with posttraumatic stress (PTSD). Birgit Kleim of the... Read More
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January 13th, 2013 |
Most people have experienced brief periods of anxiety while riding in an elevator, stuck in the midst of a large and tight crowd, or even while playing hide-and-seek. But for people with claustrophobia, the fear of being trapped in a small space can be so debilitating that it interferes with regular life activities.
In fact, the distinction between “normal” anxiety about enclosed spaces and phobic-level fear is the fact claustrophobia... Read More
January 8th, 2013 |
Attention deficit hyperactivity (ADHD) can affect numerous domains of functioning for children and adults. For school-aged children, academic performance, peer relationships, and behavior can all be impaired as a direct result of ADHD. Although psychotropic medication has been widely used as a remedy for symptoms associated with ADHD, it has not been shown to improve academic performance or particular behaviors related to school productivity.... Read More
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January 8th, 2013 |
Editor’s note: Abigail Natenshon, MA, LCSW, GCFP, is the author of the acclaimed e-book, A Recovery Primer: The Therapist’s Unique Use of Self in Empowering an Integrative Eating Disorder Recovery. Her continuing education presentation for GoodTherapy.org is scheduled for 9 a.m. PST on February 22. This event is available free with 1.5 CE credits for all GoodTherapy.org members. For details, or to register, please click here.
The most lethal of all mental health disorders, ... Read More
January 4th, 2013 |
Cognitive therapy (CT) is a widely used treatment approach for many psychological issues. One of the measures of progress in this type of therapy is the assessment of sudden gains (SG). Sudden gains occur when a client has seen a 25% drop in symptom severity and the gains remain constant when compared to pre-gain therapy sessions. Research has shown that SGs are highly predictive of post-therapy outcomes and can lead to greater symptom reduction and better overall long-term prognosis. This has been especially evident in research on ... Read More
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December 22nd, 2012 |
Panic is a complicated and debilitating psychological condition. Some people experience symptoms of agoraphobia, which further exacerbate their panic. The negative consequences of panic include increased terror, fear, and anxiety. People who have panic and agoraphobia may also have increased heart rate, agitation, and stress, which all coalesce to decrease overall physical and mental health. In fact, many individuals with panic and phobia... Read More
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November 6th, 2012 |
Binge eating can have many negative outcomes. People who engage in binge eating (BED) tend to have a higher body mass index (BMI) than those who do not, and are at increased risk for obesity, which can lead to a range of health problems. Treating BED has been shown to be very difficult, as a number of factors influence behavior in BED and ultimate treatment outcome. Two of the most common methods for treating BED are cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and the use of antidepressant... Read More
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October 24th, 2012 |
Most people experience some form of irrational fear or anxiety, and many are concerned about germs and disease in particular. Amid a flurry of films and media reports about antibiotic-resistant infections and life-threatening flu strains, it’s easy to understand why some people actively worry about what they touch and breathe.
While concern about germs can motivate people to make health-conscious decisions such as frequently washing their hands, a serious germ phobia... Read More
October 23rd, 2012 |
Mental illness is not usually associated with criminal behavior. However, some people diagnosed with mental illness do commit violent acts. Mentally disordered offenders (MDOs)—the term used by the criminal justice system for people with a diagnosed mental health condition—are at increased risk for repeat offending if they do not receive treatment. Evidence exists suggesting that cognitive behavioral therapy is an effective approach for reducing violent and criminal behavior in individuals without mental illness. However,... Read More
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