May 17, 2021
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Depression and autobiographical memories

Depression and autobiographical memories According to research by Dahyeon Kim and K. Lira Yoon (2020), a cognitive bias might keep a negative mood among individuals with depression. Individuals with major depressive disorder (MDD) reported…

March 10, 2021
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Facial expressions and identification of the emotions

Facial expressions and identification of the emotions The speed at which we produce facial expressions plays an essential role in identifying emotions in other individuals, as demonstrated in a recent study at the University of…

March 3, 2021
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The impact of traumatic experiences on our dreams

The impact of traumatic experiences on our dreams Dreams commonly reflect what we feel and see while awake, so it prevails to have nightmares and anxiety dreams after a distressing experience. These disturbing dreams generally…

February 23, 2021
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Exposure and response prevention (EX/RP) the gold standard treatment for OCD

Exposure and response prevention (EX/RP) is considered the gold standard treatment for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). In this approach, individuals are exposed to the feared stimuli hierarchically, starting with stimuli that evoke less anxiety and progressively…

February 16, 2021
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Mental health services available in Edinburgh

Mental health services available in Edinburgh The following list includes mental health services available in Edinburgh, which you can access without necessarily seeing a GP. Living Life is a cost-free telephone service offered to…

February 15, 2021
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The link between traumatic stress during childhood and the changes in the brain in adulthood

Researchers from the University of Alberta have revealed that traumatic or stressful events in childhood may lead to tiny changes in fundamental brain structures that can now be identified decades later. A recent study showed…

Anxiety Disorders treated using exposure-based therapy

February 11, 2021
by Federico Ferrarese
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Anxiety Treatment: Exploring the Effectiveness of Exposure Therapy

Anxiety: Exploring the Effectiveness of Exposure Therapy Exposure-based therapy is a highly effective treatment for anxiety disorders, including generalised anxiety disorder. However, its application remains significantly underutilised, underscoring the need for greater dissemination and specialised…

February 9, 2021
by Federico Ferrarese
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COVID-19 and Mental Health: Vulnerable Groups at Risk

COVID-19 and Mental Health: Vulnerable Groups at Risk The COVID-19 pandemic has left a significant mark not only on physical health but also on mental well-being. According to a recent study, one in three adults…

February 8, 2021
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Coping with Stress during the pandemic

Coping with stress during the pandemic The COVID-19 pandemic has profoundly impacted our lives, presenting challenges that many find stressful, overwhelming, and emotionally taxing for both adults and children. Essential public health measures, such…