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fromPsychology Today
13 hours ago

Keeping on the Sunny Side

Resilience arises from deliberately choosing a positive perspective, drawing on past victories, reframing hardship with hopeful language, and focusing on light rather than suffering.
#mental-health
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

My AI therapist got me through dark times: The good and bad of chatbot counselling

AI chatbots can provide emotional support and coping strategies for those in distress, despite concerns over their effectiveness compared to traditional therapy.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

My AI therapist got me through dark times: The good and bad of chatbot counselling

AI chatbots can provide emotional support and coping strategies for those in distress, despite concerns over their effectiveness compared to traditional therapy.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Tinnitus: you don't have to live with it | Letters

Persistent distressing tinnitus is due in large part to the meaning ascribed to it and the subsequent strong emotions evoked, which establish a conditioned response that does not habituate.
Health
#anxiety-management
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

Outsmarting Your Child's Overthinking: What Actually Helps

Managing worry is a skill children can learn, not an inherent flaw.
Parents should be present to support their anxious children, even if not perfect.
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

What Is Social Anxiety Really Trying to Tell You?

Social anxiety is about interpreting feelings rather than seeking a quick fix.
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

Graduating From Therapy

Therapy can serve as either a temporary solution for specific problems or a long-term process for managing ongoing issues.
#trauma
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago
Mental health

When Trauma Calls: Opportunities for Healing

Current adversity can unveil unresolved traumas, presenting an opportunity for healing the past.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago
Parenting

Reframing How We Refer to Victims of Abuse

Language towards abuse survivors often neglects their trauma.
Coping strategies developed by survivors are often labeled negatively.
Reframing these labels raises compassion and understanding for survivors.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Reframing How We Refer to Victims of Abuse

Language towards abuse survivors often neglects their trauma.
Coping strategies developed by survivors are often labeled negatively.
Reframing these labels raises compassion and understanding for survivors.
#family-dynamics
#anxiety
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

Breaking the Anxious Loop

Excessive worrying limits enjoyment of life and perpetuates anxiety.
Anxiety loops can lead to negative emotional states.
Implementing strategies and evidence-based treatments can alleviate chronic worry.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

Breaking the Anxious Loop

Excessive worrying limits enjoyment of life and perpetuates anxiety.
Anxiety loops can lead to negative emotional states.
Implementing strategies and evidence-based treatments can alleviate chronic worry.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Like working in a volcano': stories from six countries in Europe on a day of extreme heat

Europe is experiencing extreme heatwaves, leading to record temperatures and significant challenges for daily life and employment.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

When Your Parents Don't Support Your Divorce

Parents who grew up in environments where divorce is seen as taboo might perceive it as a failure, conflicting with their deep-rooted values and beliefs.
Relationships
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I bought my nearly 3-year-old a daddy doll for when he's deployed. It's helping me too.

The daddy doll, or the 'dada pillow,' serves as a huggable reminder of his role in our home. It joins us for meals, playtime, and nightly snuggles.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

What It's Like to Lose a Pet: 4 Lessons About How We Grieve

"I am a very lonely person, and my pet has been my only source of companionship. Losing my pet felt like losing a part of myself."
Pets
Mental health
fromtime.com
1 month ago

The Difference Between Stress and Anxiety

Stress is situation-dependent; anxiety persists without clear triggers and can escalate from prolonged stress.
#adhd
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Health Anxiety and the 'Emotional Reasoning' Thinking Error

People with health anxiety tend to engage in cognitive distortions or thinking errors when it comes to health-related situations.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Father's Day After Loss: Grieving and Remembering Dad

As a family scholar who studies fathers, I've noticed a pattern: Father's Day is often the one time of year media outlets reach out to talk about dads.
Parenting
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The Deep Sting of Rejection

Rejection is painful due to our evolutionary wiring to avoid it, impacting emotional well-being.
Employing healthy coping strategies can mitigate rejection's pain and support growth.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The Psychedelic Response to a Chaotic World

Psychedelics can cultivate emotional resilience and adaptability in uncertain times, providing tools for individuals to better manage the complexities of a VUCA world.
Mental health
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Top 10 Ways Experts Say to Cope With Uncertainty

Individual strengths can provide multiple strategies for coping with uncertainty instead of seeking one singular solution.
Mindful consumption of news is essential to maintain mental well-being.
Utilizing character strengths is pivotal for effective self-care.
fromTiny Buddha
2 months ago

Beyond Coping: How to Heal Generational Trauma with Breathwork - Tiny Buddha

Healing doesn't mean the damage never existed. It means the damage no longer controls our lives.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Create Traditions for the Most Difficult Days

Anticipating significant days of loss can invoke anxiety, but developing personal traditions can mitigate this discomfort and honor the lost one's memory effectively.
Everyday cooking
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

A Journey Through Grief, Betrayal, and Stoicism

Stoic principles provide effective tools for managing stress and healing through emotional turmoil.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

The Danger of Hungry Vulnerability

Isolation after a break-up can hinder emotional recovery; healthier approaches are necessary for better future relationships.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Black Motherhood as Inheritance and Resistance

Black motherhood is a cultural inheritance and a psychological blueprint, often a form of resistance. It's rich in complexities shaped by racial trauma and cultural expectations.
Parenting
#neurodiversity
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

How to Shift Out of ADHD Survival Mode

Neurodivergent individuals face unique challenges balancing their perspectives with societal expectations, particularly with ADHD-related fatigue affecting their daily lives.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Are Substance Use Disorders More than Addiction?

Neurodiversity includes diverse neurological experiences, and substance use is a complex coping mechanism that doesn't universally categorize individuals as neurodivergent.
Retirement
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Dear Abby: How do I heal from my husband's death?

Grieving is a solitary journey; joining support groups and engaging in community can help mitigate feelings of emptiness.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

How to Stay Calm When the Economy Isn't

Financial anxiety can overwhelm due to fear-based media exposure; understanding helpful concern versus unhelpful rumination aids mental clarity.
Relationships
fromBustle
3 months ago

I'm So Jealous Of My Friend's Perfect Life

It's normal to feel jealous of friends' success, but it's important to recognize the underlying feelings and cope with them.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

What (Actually) Brings Teens Joy?

Amid the gloom of a rising mental health crisis, teenagers are finding joy in small things, revealing their resilience through creative outlets and personal routines.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Handling Relationships With Emotionally Immature Parents

The ongoing emotional unpredictability of emotionally immature parents can lead to feelings of anger, emotional burnout, and a struggle with personal identity.
Parenting
Mental health
fromThe New Yorker
3 months ago

A Politics of Fear Defines Trump's First Hundred Days in Office

Fear and trauma are significant forces in today's U.S. political climate, affecting government workers and citizens.
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

Commentary: In their golden years, this isn't the country they expected to be living in. So what now?

Citizen coping strategies amid political unrest
Different generational perspectives on political turmoil
Impact of current events on mental well-being of seniors
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