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Close Negative automatic thoughts are theconsciousor subconscious thoughts that occur involuntarily in response to everyday events. These thoughts are irrational, self-defeating, and indicative of negative core beliefs someone has about themself. Research suggests negative automatic thoughts may fuelsocial anxiety disorder(SAD)and it can be helpful to understand how the two are related when seeking treatment. Role of Negative Thoughts in Social Contexts Social anxiety has been shown to be related to increased negative thinking....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsReward ResponseAddictionMemoryMoodMental Capacity Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Reward Response Addiction Memory Mood Mental Capacity Close Thebrainuses more energy than any other organ in the human body and glucose is its primary source of fuel. But what happens when the brain is exposed to an excessive amount of sugars in the standard American diet? In this case, more is definitely not better....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCommon Side EffectsSerious Side EffectsConsult Your Doctor Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Common Side Effects Serious Side Effects Consult Your Doctor Close What is the most important information I should know about antidepressants?Tell your doctor if you are taking medications or supplements that affect serotonin levels and seek medical help if you:experience suicidal thoughts or behaviors while taking antidepressants; orhave symptoms of an allergic reaction; orexperience mania, seizures, or other serious symptoms....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesTypesDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Types Diagnosis Treatment Close People withschizophreniacan experience bothpositive and negative symptoms. This doesn’t mean that there are “good” versus “bad” symptoms. Positive symptoms are behaviors that appear in surplus in people with schizophrenia and are typically not found in otherwise healthy individuals. Positive symptoms, which include delusions, hallucinations, disorganized thoughts, and disorganized speech,can cause you or someone you love to lose touch with reality....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsIn DatingIn RelationshipsSigns of NeggingIs Negging a Form of Gaslighting?How to Respond to NeggingSigns of Safe, Healthy Flirting Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents In Dating In Relationships Signs of Negging Is Negging a Form of Gaslighting? How to Respond to Negging Signs of Safe, Healthy Flirting Close Negging in Dating Negging is often used in dating, where it can be hard to recognize when you are just getting to know someone....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat It Means to Be NervousWhat It Means to Be AnxiousNervousness vs. AnxietyTips for Managing NervousnessTips for Managing Mild AnxietyHow to Know If You Have an Anxiety DisorderFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What It Means to Be Nervous What It Means to Be Anxious Nervousness vs. Anxiety Tips for Managing Nervousness Tips for Managing Mild Anxiety How to Know If You Have an Anxiety Disorder...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsIdentifyingCausesRisk FactorsTypesTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Identifying Causes Risk Factors Types Treatment Close Neurodegenerative diseases (aka degenerative nerve diseases) are a number of conditions that affect how your body operates. Neurodegenerative diseases include conditions such asAlzheimer’s diseaseandParkinson’s disease. Neurodegenerative disorders are progressive, which means that they get worse over time. Unfortunately, there’s currently no cure, and this progression can’t be stopped....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsNeurotypical vs. NeurodivergentImpactThe Future of Neurodiversity Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Neurotypical vs. Neurodivergent Impact The Future of Neurodiversity Close Neurodiversity describes differences in brain function from person to person that affect daily mental functions.nNeurodiversity embraces differences in brain function and behavior as a natural manifestation of humanity’s variety, rather than viewing them as wrong or problematic. As autism has become more recognized, psychologists have lobbied for it to be considered a different way of functioning rather than a disorder....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is ADHD?ADHD TreatmentWhat Is Neurofeedback Therapy?How Does It Work?Efficacy Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is ADHD? ADHD Treatment What Is Neurofeedback Therapy? How Does It Work? Efficacy Close Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)is aneurodevelopmental disorder. It typically presents during childhood and continues throughout one’s lifespan, though some folks grow out of it, and others receive their diagnosis as adults. This article will discuss the symptoms of ADHD and explore neurofeedback therapy as a treatment option for ADHD....

Close NLP has been used in various settings, including psychotherapy, medicine, and personal development. However, neurolinguistic programming is not generally considered a mainstream therapeutic approach. It has also not been validated scientifically for the treatment of social anxiety disorder (SAD). However, it may have value as an “add-on” to other traditional forms of treatment. It’s important to realize that NLP is not itself a form of psychotherapy; rather, it is a tool used to guide the therapeutic process....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsOverviewNeuron StructureFunction of a NeuronHow Neurons CommunicateNeurotransmittersHow Do Neurons Compare to Other Cells Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Overview Neuron Structure Function of a Neuron How Neurons Communicate Neurotransmitters How Do Neurons Compare to Other Cells Close A neuron is a nerve cell that is the basic building block of thecentral nervous systemandperipheral nervous system. Neurons are similar to other cells in the human body in a number of ways, but there is one key difference between neurons and other cells....

Close Key TakeawaysTwo recent studies looked at the mental health of first-year medical residents.Residents in the surgical field and those who identified as a sexual minority were more likely to experience depression than other first-years.Residents require more mental health support from their employers, especially with limited time and resources needed to access outside help due to factors such as long hours. Key Takeaways Two recent studies looked at the mental health of first-year medical residents....

Close Key TakeawaysA new law will create a national mental health emergency hotline at the number 988, which will replace the current number for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.The line won’t go live until 2022, and in the meantime, experts and advocates say we need to change how we think about suicide and better fund prevention efforts. Key Takeaways A new law will create a national mental health emergency hotline at the number 988, which will replace the current number for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline....

Close Key TakeawaysWhen making decisions, people tend to overestimate the appeal of the choices not made, which increases regret.If able to see the reality of the forgone alternative, or second choice, individuals report less feelings of regret.These findings may inform psychotherapy approaches to address regret more effectively. Key Takeaways When making decisions, people tend to overestimate the appeal of the choices not made, which increases regret.If able to see the reality of the forgone alternative, or second choice, individuals report less feelings of regret....

Close Key TakeawaysAyahuasca is a psychedelic drink that’s been used for hundreds of years in South America for ritual purposes.A new study suggests ayahuasca usage is linked to physical and mental health benefits, as well as overall better quality of life.Advocates hope research like this will help lawmakers, health professionals, and the public view psychedelic medicine as a healing modality. Key Takeaways Ayahuasca is a psychedelic drink that’s been used for hundreds of years in South America for ritual purposes....