The term exposure therapy sounds intimidating and possibly dangerous. If given the option between choosing a treatment called exposure therapy, which sounds scary, and choosing something that sounds much safer and more welcoming, it makes sense that someone would choose the safer option. So, what is exposure therapy and why should anyone choose the ... Continue Reading
Lele Pons suffers from severe OCD
Social media influencers, celebrities, and even everyday people commonly depict themselves as living perfect lives on social media. Viewing someone's social media account, in many ways, is similar to viewing their personal highlight reels. They take photographs or record videos of their biggest accomplishments and the most exciting ... Continue Reading
Reducing the risk of PTSD due to the coronavirus pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic is pushing many people to their emotional limits. People's lives have been disrupted and it is unclear if and when the world will ever go back to normal. For many people dealing with quarantine and other pandemic-related stressors can be traumatic. In fact, it is possible that PTSD, a mental illness in which traumatic ... Continue Reading
Even Michael Phelps struggles with mental health issues during the pandemic
Michael Phelps is not only the most decorated Olympian of all time, he is also an avid mental health advocate. He is well known for disclosing his history of depression and ADHD. In recent years, Phelps joined the board of Talkspace, a mobile phone app that provides access to mental health professionals via online therapy. Phelps noted that he has ... Continue Reading
What is it safe to do now that shelter in place restrictions are lifted?
Many places in California and around the world are beginning to lift restrictions related to sheltering in place. People will soon begin to venture outside their home more and are experiencing anxiety about the dangers of infecting themselves and their loved ones. Many people are seeking guidance on how to be able to navigate dangers related to the ... Continue Reading
I am afraid to walk outside in the age of coronavirus
Stay at home orders are being lifted in many places around the United States and the world. However, the easing of restrictions does not mean that danger is no longer present. Many people are feeling anxious about leaving their homes and beginning to return to their pre-coronavirus era lives. A recent article by Vice, asked an important question of ... Continue Reading
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