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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsThe Neuroscience Behind TherapyHow Does Therapy Fit In?The Research Behind Neuroplasticity in TherapyTherapeutic Techniques That Support Neuroplasticity Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents The Neuroscience Behind Therapy How Does Therapy Fit In? The Research Behind Neuroplasticity in Therapy Therapeutic Techniques That Support Neuroplasticity Close We’ve all been told thattalk therapycan help you heal. Whether you’re dealing with a traumatic event, trying to combat stress and anxiety, or living with a serious mental illness, therapy is a go-to treatment....

Close Key TakeawaysMany studies have found a connection between odors and powerful memories.Scientists believe that smell and memory are so closely linked because the anatomy of the brain allows olfactory signals get to the limbic system very quickly.Experts say the memories associated with smells tend to be older and thought about less often, meaning the recollection is very vivid when it happens. Key Takeaways Many studies have found a connection between odors and powerful memories....

Close Key TakeawaysResearch suggests at least 55% of people experience pleasurable chills while listening to music they enjoy.A recent study further examined this phenomenon to show how music activates the brain’s pleasure and reward centers, which raises the question of music’s role in human evolution.With these primal properties in mind, listening to music can be considered an act of self-care that boosts the immune system and helps alleviate anxiety and depression....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsThe Psychology of Anxiety in Romantic InterestCommon Signs Indicating Romantic InterestInterpreting Nervous Habits AccuratelyGender and Cultural Differences in Nervous HabitsMoving Forward Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents The Psychology of Anxiety in Romantic Interest Common Signs Indicating Romantic Interest Interpreting Nervous Habits Accurately Gender and Cultural Differences in Nervous Habits Moving Forward Close You’re waiting in line at a coffee shop when it’s finally your turn at the register....

Close It’s no secret that exercise is essential for health and well-being. According to one survey, almost 60% of Americans say that they exercise at least three times per week, with biking, hiking, and running being some of the most popular activities. And no matter how much you loathe waking up early to go for a run or to the gym, there’s no denying the moment post-workout bliss reminds you why you suffer through those reps....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsJournaling On-the-GoMaking To-Do ListsManaging TriggersKeeping “To-Look-Into” ListsMaking Joy Lists Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Journaling On-the-Go Making To-Do Lists Managing Triggers Keeping “To-Look-Into” Lists Making Joy Lists Close Between work demands, family obligations, and the million other priorities that vie for our attention, ourstresscan quickly spiral out of control. We know exercise, adequate sleep, a healthy diet, social support, and mindfulness practices can all help....

Close Mind in the Mediais an ongoing series discussing mental health and psychological topics in popular movies and television. Spoiler alert! This article contains spoilers for the film “Thor: Love and Thunder,” currently playing in theaters. The title character of “Thor: Love and Thunder” has never come across like a traditional god. Despite his roots in Norse mythology, neither Thor (Chris Hemsworth) nor any of the members of his family have ever seemed concerned about attracting and retaining worshippers....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCommon Side Effects of ThorazineLess Common Side EffectsNotify Your Doctor as Soon as PossibleThorazine Withdrawal Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Common Side Effects of Thorazine Less Common Side Effects Notify Your Doctor as Soon as Possible Thorazine Withdrawal Close What is the most important information I should know about Thorazine?Thorazine should not be used in people who:have a known hypersensitivity to chlorpromazine; orare 65 and older with dementia-related psychosis....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Thought-Action Fusion?SymptomsTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Thought-Action Fusion? Symptoms Treatment Close OCDis a complex illness with manycauses, including biological, psychological and social factors. A psychological process that may help cause and maintainOCD symptomsis thought-action fusion. Let’s explore the relationship between thought-action fusion and OCD symptoms. Thought-action fusion is when you believe that simply thinking about an action is equivalent to actually carrying out that action....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhy We Try Home RemediesHerbal Remedies That May Improve your Mental HealthVitamins and Supplements for Mental HealthLifestyle Changes for Your Mental HealthIntegrating Home Remedies Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Why We Try Home Remedies Herbal Remedies That May Improve your Mental Health Vitamins and Supplements for Mental Health Lifestyle Changes for Your Mental Health Integrating Home Remedies Close Taking care of your mental health often doesn’t seem as straightforward as caring for your physical health....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsIf Someone Has Fewer Resources to Help Them Cope, They Will Be Extra StressedEveryone’s Body Handles Stress DifferentlyWhat People Believe About a Situation Influences Their Stress Level Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents If Someone Has Fewer Resources to Help Them Cope, They Will Be Extra Stressed Everyone’s Body Handles Stress Differently What People Believe About a Situation Influences Their Stress Level...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHistory of Tiger ParentingExamples of Tiger Parenting MethodsHow Tiger Parenting Affects Children’s Mental HealthHow to Avoid Tiger Parenting Your Kids Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents History of Tiger Parenting Examples of Tiger Parenting Methods How Tiger Parenting Affects Children’s Mental Health How to Avoid Tiger Parenting Your Kids Close Tiger parenting is a strictparenting stylethat pushes children to excel academically at all costs....

Close Key TakeawaysA popular TikTok fad known as “the hot girl walk” promotes daily walking with gratitude, self-love, and goal-setting.Part of the hot girl walk is dealing with negative thoughts and trying to maintain that positive energy for the rest of the day.Experts agree that walking is the perfect activity to start incorporating mindfulness into your life. Key Takeaways A popular TikTok fad known as “the hot girl walk” promotes daily walking with gratitude, self-love, and goal-setting....

Close Key TakeawaysOn March 1, TikTok announced it would give anyone under 18 a 60 minute daily limit.Social media as a whole can have negative effects, including poor sleep and anxiety.There are effective ways to limit your social media use, such as turning off notifications and sleeping with your phone out of reach. Key Takeaways On March 1, TikTok announced it would give anyone under 18 a 60 minute daily limit....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat’s the October Theory?The Psychological Impact of Seasonal ChangesMotivation and Goal-Setting in OctoberBenefitsCriticisms and Challenges Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What’s the October Theory? The Psychological Impact of Seasonal Changes Motivation and Goal-Setting in October Benefits Criticisms and Challenges Close Recently, I was talking with a friend about his plans for the fall. He told me thatautumn is always a good time of yearfor him—it’s a season that usually brings some kind of transformation in his life....