Tag: Therapy

The Hidden Depth of ADHD Decision-Making: When Every Choice Carries Infinite Weight

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Every day, we make countless decisions. For most people, these choices follow a predictable pattern: consider options, weigh outcomes, choose, and move forward. But for minds with ADHD, decision-making operates as a fundamentally different process that deserves understanding rather than impatience. What appears as hesitation or procrastination frequently represents something far more complex—a recursive engagement …

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Facing Life’s Challenges with DBT: Acceptance, Change, and Radical Openness

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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a transformative, evidence-based treatment designed for individuals at high risk and in need of intensive care. Rooted in the philosophical principles of dialectics, DBT balances acceptance and change, offering skills and strategies to navigate life's challenges. This blog post explores the core concepts, skills, and modules of DBT, providing a …

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When Thoughts Stick: Overcoming Intrusive Patterns with Practical Strategies

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Intrusive thoughts can be disruptive and distressing, often sticking in our minds and growing stronger with our attempts to control them. Understanding the nature of these thoughts and employing effective strategies can help in managing and reducing their impact. Understanding Intrusive Thoughts 1. Sticky Minds: Definition: Thoughts that linger and steal attention, becoming more persistent …

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From Trust to Territory: Oxytocin, Vasopressin, and Translational Neuroscience

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The article “The Challenge of Translation in Social Neuroscience: A Review of Oxytocin, Vasopressin, and Affiliative Behavior,” published in 2011 in the journal Neuron, explores the roles of the neuropeptides oxytocin and vasopressin in modulating social behaviors and their implications for translational research. This review highlights the complexities and challenges in translating findings from animal …

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Principles of Cognitive Load Theory

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Cognitive Load Theory (CLT), developed by John Sweller in the 1980s, focuses on the limitations of working memory and the strategies to optimize learning. It emphasizes managing cognitive load to enhance educational outcomes. Key Principles Intrinsic Load: Refers to the inherent difficulty of the material being learned. It depends on the complexity and interactivity of …

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Untangling Double Binds in Communication

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A double bind is a paradoxical situation that arises within the context of interpersonal communication. This double bind situation involves one of the individuals receiving conflicting messages on different levels of communication. Moreover, regardless of the individual's response to the message, the result is some form of punishment. In their paper "Toward a Theory of …

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Being a Psychotherapist: The Role of Transference

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Working as a mental health professional is taxing on the individual. Some recent studies have shown that 78% of psychiatrists and more than 50% of psychotherapists reported work-related burnout, according to self-reports (Summers et al., 2020; Olazagasti et al., 2021) As a psychotherapist myself, I can speak to the reality of this experience; however, I …

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