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What Is Beyond a Diagnosis?

Mad in America

I saw that I was innocently bringing the distress of the past into the present and this was what dysregulating my nervous system now. We were told that our brains are broken or that we would just have to cope. Like myself, no matter what they had been through, they found their innate resilience. The response was overwhelming.

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Reframing Mental and Emotional Pain from a Buddhist Psychology Perspective

Mad in America

By emphasizing the dynamic nature of mental and emotional states, Buddhist Psychology encourages individuals to explore the underlying causes of their suffering and develop strategies for coping and resilience. The present moment contains X, but you don’t want X; you want Y. Ill Will and Aversion.

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Managing War Flashbacks: Tips for Coping with PTSD

Solara Mental Health

Understanding PTSD and war flashbacks is crucial in learning how to manage and cope with this condition effectively. It is important to note that not everyone who experiences a traumatic event will develop PTSD, as individual resilience and coping mechanisms play a role in determining the likelihood of developing the disorder.

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

Lightwork

We’ll also share practical, evidence-based coping strategies designed specifically for women’s experiences, helping you build resilience and manage anxiety effectively. This combination of diagnoses presents specific difficulties in both identifying and treating these conditions.

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Guided Dreaming Can Transform Psychosocial Issues: 11 Case Studies

Mad in America

Consequently, many individuals resort to self-medication to cope with overwhelming emotions, underscoring the urgent need for more efficient holistic solutions. The case studies presented below illustrate that each person faced distinct problems and, in turn, gained unique transformative insights from their waking dreams.

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Mad in America’s 10 Most Popular Articles in 2024

Mad in America

Arrested Development: Britney Spears Memoir Is a Survivors Tale of Generational Trauma, Psychiatric Abuse, and Resilience Miranda Spencer shares her thoughts on Britneys memoir entitled The Woman in Me. He didnt want to live the rest of his life bedridden and no longer able to enjoy the life that he once had and loved so much.

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Improving Emotional Regulation in Adults: Advice from Dr. Sagnik Mukherjee

Dr. Sagnik Mukherjee Blog

In this article, I will outline simple yet powerful strategies to help you manage intense emotions, improve self-awareness, and develop healthier coping mechanisms. Manage stress and anxiety with greater resilience. Whats the worst that could happen, and how would I cope? Make better decisions, even under pressure.