According to the Cleveland Clinic, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy (EMDR) is a therapy for trauma which asserts that traumatic memories are formed in a different manner than other memories and therefore need to be treated by a different type of therapy. The phases of EMDR treatment include accessing memories including via eye movements and…

Body positivity’s roots are not as well known as you might think, and are often disputed. But many agree that they started around 1969 when Bill Fabrey, a young engineer in New York, became upset about the way people were treating his wife who was overweight. Over time he launched what was then called the…

Are there any misconceptions about bipolar disorder?Many people don’t realize that bipolar disorder can run in families. Data demonstrates that those with specific genes can have a bigger chance than others of having bipolar disorder. What are some signs of bipolar disorder that people may not realize?Many people think bipolar disorder is limited to swings…

Your body naturally produces cortisol, which is a stress hormone crucial to your health. However, if your body overproduces cortisol you can suffer serious health problems ranging from anxiety to diabetes. And over time too much cortisol can lead to Cushing’s Syndrome. There are a number of signs that can indicate you have elevated levels…

First off, people suffering from depression and anxiety should know that journaling can be a very successful way in which to put their difficult, negative thoughts to work in a therapeutic and even artistic manner. Journaling can be a genuine tool for self-expression and in this way it can help people grow and push aside…

For someone with a food addiction, will they eat because they’re unhappy and food seems like an aid to that problem?People can develop a compulsion or addiction to overeating for a number of reasons. Some people have a genetic disposition to develop addictive behaviors, for example. Sometimes people are struggling with stress and anxiety and…

Ever heard the phrase “act your age, not your shoe size”? While it’s a lighthearted saying, it hints at a deeper truth: emotional maturity isn’t just about how many birthdays you’ve celebrated. It’s about how you handle life’s ups and downs, how you relate to others, and how you navigate challenges.  In the world of…

We are starting to see increased support for the idea that people can be addicted to food. There are a number of reasons for this, including brain imaging and various studies demonstrating the way that food can stimulate the brain pleasure centers. This scientific evidence shows that humans and animals experience similar feelings of reward…

The act of emotional suppression is often described as holding in any outward signs of inner feelings. When somebody does not exhibit to others how they really feel inside, it lowers the chances that they will receive the kind of emotional support and medical care that they need to prevent anxiety and depression and even…

For effective communication to take place you must share your thoughts, opinions and knowledge in a way that it is comprehended clearly and accurately. Effective communication has taken place when the involved parties are satisfied that their exchange has resulted in a complete, shared experience. Effective communication in the workplace has taken place when both…

Nature can often serve as a very helpful aid in relaxing for a number of reasons. People associate nature with peace and quiet. In fact, Harvard and Frontiers in Psychology magazine have both reported that even a 20 to 30 minute walk through a park or on a hike can lower your stress hormone levels…

It sounds as if the supposed ‘amnesia’ the Taylor Swift fans are experiencing is common for people who have gotten super-excited about a certain event or life experience. In a state such as this, people usually remember snippets of an experience, as opposed to hours of very specific memory. For example, if you’ve been at…