September 15, 2025
by Federico Ferrarese
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OCD and Feeling Unreal: 10 Key Facts You Should Know

OCD and Feeling Unreal: 10 Key Facts You Should Know Imagine waking in the night, heart racing, convinced you hadn’t locked the front door. You check, walk away, but you know that nagging thought will…

August 18, 2025
by Federico Ferrarese
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I-CBT: 5 Proven Benefits for OCD and Anxiety Relief

I-CBT: 5 Proven Benefits for OCD and Anxiety Relief Last Tuesday morning, I was reviewing treatment options with a client who'd been struggling with OCD for years. Traditional ERP hadn't quite clicked for her, and…

February 4, 2025
by Federico Ferrarese
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Anxiety Management: 10 Effective Self-Help Strategies

Are you seeking effective self-help anxiety strategies for managing anxiety? In this article, you’ll discover actionable techniques like breathing exercises, cognitive behavioural therapy methods, and grounding techniques to help you take control of your anxiety…

January 20, 2025
by Federico Ferrarese
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5 Key Insights on Anxiety and Brain Ageing from Research

5 Key Insights on Anxiety and Brain Ageing from Research You might be surprised to learn that anxiety disorders affect about 34% of people during their lifetime, and their effects reach way beyond mental health.…

January 6, 2025
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Unmasking High-Functioning Anxiety: The Hidden Struggle Behind Success

Unmasking High-Functioning Anxiety: The Hidden Struggle Behind Success As a CBT therapist and psychologist, I'm here to shed light on a topic that's often overlooked in our society: high-functioning anxiety. This invisible struggle affects countless…

December 17, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
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Reframing Anxiety: Embracing Your Mind’s Protective Instinct

Reframing Anxiety: Embracing Your Mind's Protective Instinct Anxiety. The word alone can evoke a sense of unease, conjuring images of racing thoughts, sweaty palms, and a pounding heart. For many, anxiety feels like an unwelcome…

December 11, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
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The Road to Healing: CBT for Anxiety Relief in Edinburgh

The Road to Healing: CBT for Anxiety Relief in Edinburgh Living with anxiety in a bustling city like Edinburgh can feel overwhelming. Whether it's navigating the crowded Royal Mile, managing work pressures, or dealing…

October 26, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
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Dissociation: Understanding the Mind’s Coping Mechanism

Dissociation: Understanding the Mind's Coping Mechanism Anxiety can manifest in various ways, and one of its lesser-known but significant symptoms is dissociation. This phenomenon, where individuals feel disconnected from their thoughts, emotions, or surroundings, serves…

September 20, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
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Insights from Neuroscience on Fear and Anxiety

Insights from Neuroscience on Fear and Anxiety Anxiety, an emotion that grips us with a sense of unease and apprehension, is a natural response to perceived threats. However, when this emotion becomes overwhelming and persistent,…

August 26, 2024
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Speak Up: Overcoming Social Anxiety and Public Oration Fears

Unravelling the Complexities of Social Apprehension and Public Oration Fears Introduction Social trepidation and public speaking apprehensions are intricate psychological constructs that can significantly impact an individual's well-being and functioning. These conditions often manifest as…