Psychotherapy is a mental health discipline often used in addition to the traditional weight-loss program of exercise and nutrition for overweight people. Psychotherapy addresses unhealthy behaviors that contribute to weight gain and gives people...
About half of all psychotherapist visits are prompted by marriage and family troubles, according to the Harvard Mental Health Letter. When couples can't communicate in a healthy way, marriage counselors may be able to help them develop new...
While most people suffering from social phobia require support from qualified physicians and psychotherapists, it's helpful to verbalize or write a list of things that elevate your anxiety levels. People who suffer from social phobia generally...
People with common interests form or join support groups to support each other in their problems. Support groups can provide a confidential forum to air concerns and receive feedback from people experiencing similar issues, and people in unhappy...
Before you can manage passive aggressive behavior, it is important to separate this condition from laziness and procrastination that may exist within the normal realm of behavior. Most people may feel uncooperative or resentful at times if they...
The human stomach is home to various bacteria and enzymes whose main focus is to assist in the digestive process by breaking down food products into useful forms of energy. Pepsin, according to InfoPlease.com, is one such enzyme found in the...
Yoga therapy is an emerging healing art that integrates physical, emotional and spiritual elements. Yoga therapists, also known as yoga therapy practitioners, generally work in a private practice to help facilitate wellness on all levels....
Whether for children or adults, a weight loss camp or resort can be a fun way to learn about a healthy lifestyle. When you're surrounded by other people in a similar situation who are working toward the same goal, it can be very motivating. You...
Somatic therapy is a loose term that can reference a number of "mind-body" therapies with a variety of origins. The essence of mind-body therapies is to allow the mind to release stress, mental issues and/or traumatic memories by bringing in a...
Psychotherapy has become a wide-ranging group of mental treatments that has moved far beyond the "talking cure" discussed by 19th century psychologist Sigmund Freud. Today, psychologists employ a variety of alternative psychotherapies that help...
In small doses, stress might motivate and improve productivity, according to health care professionals at the University of Maryland Medical Center. Too much stress, however, can increase anxiety and cause physical ailments, likely adding even...
Claustrophobia causes anxiety and irrational fear in people who are frightened to be enclosed in small spaces. They may feel trapped with no way of getting out. The intensity of their feelings can lead to emotional and physical reactions....
Relaxation therapy is a therapeutic approach that teaches the skills of various relaxation techniques, which decrease stress and anxiety, to individuals in different mental states. It is employed in therapeutic settings in addition to an...
The Alexander Technique has been used for years in an effort to solve physical pains and mental stressors, reports the American Society for the Alexander Technique (AMSAT). This technique is focused on the use of your body and your body positions....
Acute care hospitals offer a large variety of services. These services can range from psychiatric care to surgical services. They are usually equipped with all of the necessary support services such as laboratories and diagnostic services. These...
Yoga is well-known for its psychological and physical benefits. People who begin practicing yoga often notice immediate mental results, such as reduced stress and worry, a broader perspective, and a feeling of calm and relaxation, in addition to...
Alcoholism devastates families. The emotional trauma linked to this addiction affects spouses, parents, siblings and children. Anxiety, depression and other mental health issues associated with alcoholism can remain long after an alcoholic quits...
Medical science generally views mental health as a brain dysfunction that is treatable with pharmaceuticals and surgery. Alternative treatments in mental health, on the other hand, complement these treatments with attention to the whole person,...
People who lose weight during stressful periods of their lives should be aware their weight loss may be an early warning sign of emotional or physical illness. Loss of weight due to stress could also signal you are developing unhealthy eating habits.
Experiencing loss at some point in life is almost inevitable but without the right help, continuing to live life in a happy and productive way can become impossible. Severe reactions to loss may affect thought processes, daily living activities,...
Taking medication to suppress the tics caused by Tourette's Syndrome is the most straightforward way to treat the disease. A class of antipsychotic drugs known as neuroleptics have proven to be the most effective in people suffering from severe...
The LighterLife diet is a rigorous plan designed for people who are obese or nearly so. The program was developed by psychotherapists, psychologists and other counselors with experience involving weight issues. Available in the United Kingdom, the...
You may have seen people with irregular patches of white skin on their faces, arms or legs. In some cases, the white areas are large and noticeable. In others, they are small and less evident. The skin condition is called vitiligo. Medical...
Ten to 20 percent of women and slightly fewer men have a chance of developing depression in their lifetimes, the World Health Organization estimates. Depression can occur in multiple generations in a family, and it sometimes shows up in those...
The Burns Anxiety Inventory (BAI) is an assessment tool used to measure anxiety. Developed by psychiatrist David Burns, the inventory, or checklist, can be self-administered or administered by a clinician. It can help people to monitor their own...
Empathy is a much cherished social value and is considered a crucial component of social intelligence. It is not unusual for parents to want their children to be aware of the feelings of others around them. It is also important for parents to...
There are several different personality theories, but most agree that within the contexts of culture and history, personality is a fairly consistent combination of behaviors, ideas, thoughts, beliefs, reactions, initiations and emotions.
The benefits of yoga for alleviating medical and psychological ailments is gaining respect from mainstream health professionals. Yoga techniques are being incorporated into physical and psychological treatment programs. Strengthening the mind-body...
Many people find themselves developing problems with overeating. You may find yourself surrounded with fast food, unrealistic diet plans, and pressure to be thin. Due to these problems, a number of groups have popped up to provide support to...
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