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Breaking the Silence: What Everyone Should Know About Eating Disorders

Nearly 1 in 10 people in the U.S. will have an eating disorder during the course of their lifetime. Some of these conditions can be serious, and potentially even fatal. It’s critical to break the silence and raise awareness about this public health problem. This week marks National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, a time to increase understanding, reduce stigma, and share messages of support and hope for those impacted. It also provides an opportunity to highlight available resources for those looking for help.

Crisis

What is a Therapist and When Should I See One?

You walk into your therapist’s office, check in at the front desk, and take a seat in the waiting room. Your therapist calls you back to their office, you get settled in a comfy chair and then — you feel a wave of relief come over you. You take a deep breath. You think… finally,

Mental Health

Open-Mindedness

Open-mindedness is a key ingredient for success in treatment. By being open-minded, you are more likely to be willing to try new things, to learn new information, and to make changes in your life. There are a number of things you can do to be more open-minded in treatment: Open-mindedness is an important ingredient for … Read more
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Motivation for Treatment

Motivation for treatment is essential for success. Without motivation, people are less likely to follow through with treatment and make the necessary changes to improve their lives. There are a number of factors that can affect motivation, including: There are a number of things that can be done to increase motivation for treatment, including: Motivation … Read more
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Mindfulness

Mindfulness is the practice of paying attention to the present moment without judgment. It can be practiced through meditation, yoga, or simply by being aware of your thoughts and feelings as they arise. Mindfulness has been shown to have a number of benefits, including reducing stress, anxiety, and depression. It can also improve focus, concentration, … Read more
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Mental Health Stigma

Mental health stigma is the negative attitude or prejudice that people have towards those with mental health problems. It can lead to discrimination, social exclusion, and even violence. Mental health stigma is a serious problem. It can prevent people from getting the help they need, and it can make it difficult for people to live … Read more
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Impulse Control

Impulse control is the ability to resist the urge to act on a sudden impulse. It is important for managing emotions, making decisions, and behaving in a socially acceptable way. There are a number of things you can do to improve your impulse control: Improving your impulse control takes time and effort. But it is … Read more
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Exposure Therapy

Exposure therapy is a psychological treatment that helps individuals confront and reduce their fear or anxiety responses to specific situations, objects, or thoughts. It is commonly used to treat various anxiety disorders, including phobias, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), social anxiety disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).  The core principle behind exposure therapy is that through repeated, … Read more
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Willingness

Willingness is a key factor in treatment success. It is the willingness to engage in treatment, to follow through with recommendations, and to make changes in your life. There are many reasons why willingness is important in treatment. First, treatment is often difficult and challenging. If you are not willing to engage in treatment, you … Read more
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The Cognitive Triangle

The cognitive triangle is a model that shows the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help people understand how their thoughts affect their feelings and behaviors, and how they can change their thoughts to improve their feelings and behaviors. The cognitive triangle is made up of … Read more
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