article thumbnail

Why Women Are More Prone to Anxiety Disorders (and How to Cope)

Lightwork

Introduction Research consistently shows that women experience anxiety disorders at nearly twice the rate of men. Women face unique challenges that can trigger or intensify anxiety symptoms, from hormonal fluctuations to societal pressures and relationship dynamics.

article thumbnail

Day # 162: Sedative-Hypnotic Use Disorder

Bullet Psych

Psychosocial Interventions : Individual and/or group therapy should be part of every SUD treatment approach. See Day 60: Intro to SUD for a discussion of interventions that include behavioral therapies, peer support & 12-step programs, and family support resources.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Day # 147: Bulimia Nervosa Part 2

Bullet Psych

Comorbidities : High incidence of lifetime mood disorder (usually MDD), anxiety disorders, substance use (particularly alcohol or stimulants), and personality disorders (most frequently borderline PD).

article thumbnail

Much of U.S. Healthcare Is Broken: How to Fix It (Chapter 2, Part 7)

Mad in America

In this toad venom pilot study the drug is used in conjunction with “psychotherapy”, in this case groups of 5 to 12 people in which 1 to 2 participants administer and guide the sessions which last 35 to 45 minutes.

article thumbnail

It's Okay to Need Medication for Mental Health Treatment

Zencare

The role of medications in managing mental health disorders Some mental health illnesses respond best to medication, some respond best to individual psychotherapy, and some respond best to a combination, or "multimodal" treatment approach.