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These Teens Got Therapy. Then They Got Worse.

Mad in America

The therapy was based on strong science: DBT incorporates some classic techniques from therapy, such as cognitive reappraisal , or reframing negative events in a more positive way, and it also includes more avant-garde techniques such as mindfulness, the practice of being in the present moment.

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Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS): How the Last Step to Recovery Became the Final Step in Life

Mad in America

In 2009-2010, things did not go well for me due to a combination of extreme insomnia, a seriously diminished self-image, setbacks in all kinds of areas and the partial loss of my social safety net. Anniek: I had cleared six months of time to make sure I had time for optimal self-care. Over the years, the diagnoses all fell away.

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The Power of Journaling: What Science Says About the Benefits for Mental Health and Well-Being

Child Mind Intitute

According to Emotional Disclosure Theory by James Pennebaker, a psychologist at the University of Texas at Austin, writing about emotional experiences helps process traumatic events by organizing chaotic thoughts and releasing pent-up emotions. This can lead to improved mental clarity and resilience (Pennebaker, 1997).

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

Mad in America

What is the power of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in treating depression versus drug treatment efficacy? The official position of the American Psychiatric Association is that combined therapy (drugs and psychotherapy) is more effective than either alone.

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10 Essential Tools for Managing Life Transitions

Lightwork

These practical strategies will give you the skills to: Process complex emotions Maintain stability during uncertainty Build stronger support networks Create sustainable self-care practices Let’s take a look at these tools that can turn difficult transitions into opportunities for growth and self-discovery.

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

Mad in America

When antidepressants fail bring on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). The patient self-administers the esketamine nasal spray under the supervision of a healthcare provider in a certified doctor’s office or clinic. Each Monday, a new section of the book is published, and all chapters are archived here.

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How to Support Your Loved One During a Manic Episode

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Bipolar disorder is a lifelong condition that requires a combination of medication, cognitive behavioral therapy, and lifestyle changes for effective treatment. Stressful life events: Major changes like job loss, breakups, or the death of a loved one. Stay calm and avoid escalating stressful events.