Feeling Connected During Times of Physical Separation
It can be hard to feel like you are still connected when physically separated from loved ones. Finding ways to feel connected even during physical distance can help aid in coping.
Tag Archive for: Anxiety
Autophobia: The Fear of Being Alone
Autophobia = fear of being alone. Autophobia is not recognized as an official diagnosis but falls within the category of a situational phobia, triggered by the fear of being alone or being lonely.
Celebrating Contributions of Autistic People and Their Unique Sensory, Cognitive & Behavioral Strengths
World autism observances are going to focus on the contributions of autistic people. In honor of celebrating strengths, check out this list of the 30 most inspiring people on the autism spectrum.
5 Things You Should Know about Your Diagnosis
A diagnosis is an important part of the first two sessions since it helps the therapist conceptualize the presenting concerns and treatment options by categorizing and naming symptoms.
Supporting Families Impacted by Stress and Trauma
When children experience a traumatic event, the entire family is affected. Often, family members have different experiences and emotional responses to the traumatic event.
Support for Developmental Trauma in Childhood
The impact of significant stressors on families and their developing child’s environment can be lifelong since prolonged stress can create biological changes in brain chemistry.
High School Anxiety: Transitions & Triggers for Teens & their Families
Anxiety present at the beginning of a new school year as part of back-to-school-anxiety is common.
Ways for Caregivers to Support Children & Teens who are Struggling at School
As a parent, knowing how to best support children and teens who are struggling at school can feel overwhelming.
Types of Thoughts that Indicate Therapy Would be Beneficial
Intrusive thoughts can be described as unwanted thoughts that seem to come out of nowhere and are distressing. They may be connected to a real-life event such as a flashback after a traumatic event.
Stop Blaming Yourself and Over-Apologizing
Negative and repetitive thought patterns are present in both anxiety and depression. There are many cognitive-distortions present in negative thinking. Many of these thoughts take the form of negative-automatic-thought (NAT) patterns.
