March 31, 2025
by Federico Ferrarese
in NEWS, OCD
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Understanding OCD: 5 Key Symptoms – Am I Going Crazy?

Understanding OCD: 5 Key Symptoms – Am I Going Crazy? Understanding OCD: More Than Just a Quirk Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often misunderstood and misrepresented in popular culture. As someone who has experienced OCD firsthand,…

March 17, 2025
by Federico Ferrarese
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OCD and Avoidance: 7 Life-Changing Insights from a Therapist

OCD and Avoidance: 7 Life-Changing Insights from a Therapist Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can feel like an endless loop of intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviours, but there's another aspect often overlooked⁠—avoidance. For many, OCD avoidance becomes…

January 20, 2025
by Federico Ferrarese
in ANXIETY, NERVOUS SYSTEM, NEUROSCIENCE, NEWS
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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 19, 2025
by Federico Ferrarese
in DEPRESSION, NEWS
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What Help with Depression: 7 Effective Strategies

What Help with Depression: 7 Effective Strategies Struggling with depression? Wondering what help with depression is available? This article dives into effective strategies and support options that can aid in managing and treating depression. Discover…

January 18, 2025
by Federico Ferrarese
in COGNITIVE BEHAVIOURAL THERAPY, MENTAL HEALTH, NEWS
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7 Ways CBT in Edinburgh Can Enhance Your Mental Health

7 Ways CBT in Edinburgh Can Enhance Your Mental Health Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) offers personalised mental health treatment suited to your individual needs. Learn what CBT is, its benefits, and what you can expect…

January 16, 2025
by Federico Ferrarese
in DEPRESSION, NEWS
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Can Depression Be Genetic? 300 New DNA Links Uncovered

Can Depression Be Genetic? 300 New DNA Links Uncovered Scientists estimate that 280 million people worldwide live with depression. People have always asked if depression runs in families. A remarkable new global study has answered…

January 11, 2025
by Federico Ferrarese
in NERVOUS SYSTEM, NEUROSCIENCE, NEWS, OCD
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OCD Treatment: Exploring the Neurobiological Effects of CBT

OCD Treatment: Exploring the Neurobiological Effects of CBT As a CBT therapist, I've long been fascinated by the intricate workings of the human brain, particularly in the context of mental health disorders. One condition that…

January 10, 2025
by Federico Ferrarese
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Understanding The Impact of Maladaptive Perfectionism on OCD

Understanding The Impact of Maladaptive Perfectionism on OCD Understanding Maladaptive Perfectionism: A Brief Overview As someone who has worked with individuals struggling with perfectionism, I've come to understand the complexities of this trait. Maladaptive perfectionism…

January 9, 2025
by Federico Ferrarese
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How to Deal with Guilt: Strategies for Emotional Resilience

How to Deal with Guilt: Strategies for Emotional Resilience Understanding Guilt: A Common Human Emotion Guilt is an emotion that we've all experienced at some point in our lives. It's that nagging feeling that…

January 8, 2025
by Federico Ferrarese
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Meta OCD: When Obsessive Thoughts About OCD Take Control

Meta OCD: When Obsessive Thoughts About OCD Take Control As a mental health professional, I've encountered numerous cases of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) throughout my career. However, in recent years, I've noticed a growing trend of…