A therapist often has to find a way to expand his/her/their self. In that regard, I have been passionately following the Talking Therapy Podcast Series hosted by long-term friends and psychotherapy giants Dr. Allen Frances and Dr. Marvin Goldfried. Who are they? Who are these people? Even though I read and was influenced by both of their… Continue reading
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Panic Disorder Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Panic disorder is a debilitating mental health condition characterized by sudden and recurring episodes of intense fear and anxiety. Emotional effects are often accompanied by physical symptoms like a racing heart, shortness of breath, and dizziness. These panic attacks can be overwhelming, making it challenging for individuals to lead a normal life. In this article,… Continue reading
Biosocial Models of Mental Health
Biology and society threads always captivated mental health scholars and researchers. Understanding this complexity requires delving into various models and theories. While offering profound insights into the biosocial models of mental health. This article explores the diverse models and theories shaping our understanding of mental health for biological and social factors. Biopsychosocial Model The biopsychosocial… Continue reading
Exploring Dream Interpretation in Therapy
Dreams have fascinated humans for centuries, serving as windows into the subconscious realm of our minds. In therapy, dream interpretation has been a vital tool psychologists and therapists use to understand the complexities of human emotions, thoughts, and experiences. This article delves deep into the world of dream analysis within therapy, exploring various models and… Continue reading
Can Nutrition and Mental Health be Related?
Introduction The relationship between nutrition and mental health has gained significant attention from researchers and healthcare professionals in recent years. While the impact of diet on physical health is well-known, emerging evidence suggests that nutrition also plays a pivotal role in mental health disorders. This article explores the connection between nutrition and mental health, shedding… Continue reading
Sleep Hygiene – A Comprehensive Guide to Better Sleep
Introduction In today’s fast-paced world, where stress and technology often dominate our lives, ensuring a good night’s sleep has become more challenging than ever. Sleep plays a crucial role in our overall health and well-being. To promote healthy sleep patterns, it’s essential to practice good sleep hygiene. In this article, we will explore what sleep… Continue reading
Introduction to Personality Disorders
Personality disorders are rooted in an individual’s fundamental way of thinking and interacting with the world. Due to their pervasive and enduring nature, personality disorders can be challenging to treat.
Continue readingFive Stages of Grief
Grief is a universal experience, yet it manifests uniquely in every individual. Understanding the process of grieving has been a topic of extensive research and discussion, leading to the development of various models to explain the emotional journey associated with loss. One such model, the Linear Model, proposes a structured approach to the grieving process,… Continue reading
Expanding Perspectives: Grieving and the Assumptive World Model
One notable framework that sheds light on the human experience of loss is the Assumptive World Model, pioneered by psychiatrist Colin Murray Parkes. This model delves deep into the psychological processes that occur when our assumptive worlds, the mental constructs of how the world works and how life events should unfold, are shattered by a… Continue reading
The Eternal Connection: Continous Bonds Model in Grief
Nurturing Eternal Connections: Understanding the Continuous Bonds Model in Grief Grief, a profound and universal human experience, challenges our understanding of life, love, and the connections we share with others. Klass, Silverman, and Nickman develop the Continuous Bonds Model. It offers a unique perspective on the enduring nature of relationships even after the physical presence… Continue reading