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Close The SUDs Rating Scale, or Subjective Units of Distress Scale (SUDs) as it is officially known, is used to measure the intensity of distress or nervousness in people withsocial anxiety. The SUDs is a self-assessment tool rated on a scale from 0 to 100. SUDs Rating Process A common technique incognitive therapyis using the SUDs tool to gauge distress or emotional state. Guidelines for the SUDs include rating the intensity of your anxiety as it is experienced in the moment verus while tightening or tensing of the body....

Close Information presented in this article may be triggering to some people. If your child is having suicidal thoughts, contact theNational Suicide Prevention Lifelineat988for support and assistance from a trained counselor. If you or a loved one are in immediate danger, call 911.For more mental health resources, see ourNational Helpline Database. Information presented in this article may be triggering to some people. If your child is having suicidal thoughts, contact theNational Suicide Prevention Lifelineat988for support and assistance from a trained counselor....

Close Key Takeaways7.8% of U.S. veterans reported suicidal ideation nearly a year into the pandemic, and only 0.3% of them indicated attempting suicide during the pandemic.2.6% of veterans reported developing thoughts of suicide during the pandemic. Some of these individuals had a history of mental illness.Veterans who reported having gotten COVID-19 were more than twice as likely to consider suicide, with a perceived lack of social connection and emotional support as the strongest risk factor for developing suicidal ideation during the pandemic....

Close Information presented in this article may be triggering to some people. If you are having suicidal thoughts, contact theNational Suicide Prevention Lifelineat988for support and assistance from a trained counselor. If you or a loved one are in immediate danger, call 911.For more mental health resources, see ourNational Helpline Database. Information presented in this article may be triggering to some people. If you are having suicidal thoughts, contact theNational Suicide Prevention Lifelineat988for support and assistance from a trained counselor....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsThe Suicide RateSuicide Rate Statistic BreakdownsHow the United States ComparesDepression and SuicideDepression and Suicide Warning SignsWhat to Do Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents The Suicide Rate Suicide Rate Statistic Breakdowns How the United States Compares Depression and Suicide Depression and Suicide Warning Signs What to Do Close Information presented in this article may be triggering to some people. If you are having suicidal thoughts, contact theNational Suicide Prevention Lifelineat988for support and assistance from a trained counselor....

Close Key TakeawaysAfter two years of crickets during the pandemic, summer camp is once again an option for the mental benefit of both children and parents.Summer camp provides opportunities for kids to develop social skills and coping mechanisms, as well as boosts to confidence and mood. Key Takeaways After two years of crickets during the pandemic, summer camp is once again an option for the mental benefit of both children and parents....

Close Looking for a summer camp or summer program for your child? Here is a list of several summertime options for children, teens, and young adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder orADHD. ADHD Summer Camps and Programs Achievement Center Summer group therapy for ages 6 to 21.Website:achievementctr.orgContact: Intake and Client Services DepartmentPhone: 814-459-2755Locations: Erie, Crawford, Forest, and Warren in Pennsylvania Alternative Community Resource Program Summer program for children and teens ages 5 to 18 with ADHD and similar disorders....

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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSupport for the TheoryProblems With Research MethodsDevelopmental Variations ExistThe Theory Underestimated Children’s AbilitiesPiaget’s LegacyNext in Stages of Cognitive Development GuidePiaget’s 4 Stages of Cognitive Development Explained Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Support for the Theory Problems With Research Methods Developmental Variations Exist The Theory Underestimated Children’s Abilities Piaget’s Legacy Next in Stages of Cognitive Development Guide Close Jean Piaget’s theory ofcognitive developmentis well-known within the fields of psychology and education, but it has also been the subject of considerable criticism....

Close When most people think of support groups, groups like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) might be the first thing that comes to mind. But there are many other groups that exist to help people dealing with a variety of issues—including raising troubled teens. A parenting support group can provide comfort and advice from others in the same situation. These groups are available in most communities as well as online. How Support Groups Help Initially, it may be difficult to understand the point of participating in a support group....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSuppressing EmotionsConsequencesWhat This Means for YouStrategies for Emotion Regulation Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Suppressing Emotions Consequences What This Means for You Strategies for Emotion Regulation Close Many people withborderline personality disorder(BPD) will report that they spend a lot of time and energy suppressing emotions. If you have ever had an intense thought or feeling that you couldn’t handle in the moment and tried to push away, you have experienced emotional suppression....

Close “Masking” refers to when an individual hides or suppresses symptoms, behaviors, or difficulties they are experiencing. While it can happen intentionally, it often occurs unconsciously over time as an individual receives negative feedback for their authentic presentation. While many think of masking as aneurodivergentbehavior, particularly for autistic people or those withADHD, people with various diagnoses mask for a variety of reasons. Learn how masking manifests for people with various mental health concerns, the problems it can cause, and how to overcome this habit....

Close Key TakeawaysUse of digital devices can free up brain storage to hold additional details.In this way, reliance on the external storage of a smartphone may allow for better functioning as individuals are able to remember more.Technology continues to offer many benefits when utilized well so people can incorporate these findings into their smartphone usage. Key Takeaways Use of digital devices can free up brain storage to hold additional details.In this way, reliance on the external storage of a smartphone may allow for better functioning as individuals are able to remember more....

Table of ContentsTable of ContentsExpandHow to Ease Your Social AnxietyMake a Plan in AdvanceHow to Reconnect With PeopleHow to Make the Holiday Experience EasierTips for Maintaining Social ConnectionsView All Table of ContentsExpandHow to Ease Your Social AnxietyMake a Plan in AdvanceHow to Reconnect With PeopleHow to Make the Holiday Experience EasierTips for Maintaining Social ConnectionsView All Table of ContentsExpandHow to Ease Your Social AnxietyMake a Plan in AdvanceHow to Reconnect With PeopleHow to Make the Holiday Experience EasierTips for Maintaining Social Connections...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSigns & SymptomsCommon ChallengesHow to CopeGetting Help Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Signs & Symptoms Common Challenges How to Cope Getting Help Close Adults during this stage of life have often begun careers, entered committed relationships, become financially independent, and started families. For some, it might seem that they have finally reached many of the goals they have been working toward....