While often used for couples, it has also been adapted for use with families. This treatment can help couples and family members form a more secure emotional bond, which can result in stronger relationships and improved communication. Techniques The change process through EFT has been mapped into a clearly defined system consisting of nine steps across three stages that help guide the therapist and track progress. The three stages of EFT are:...

Meet Maffio Maffio, whose real name is Carlos Mendoza, is a Latin GRAMMY Award winning music producer, composer, and artist. He’s collaborated with top Latin musicians such as Akon, Nicky Jam, Ozuna, and Anuel. In the fall of 2020, he released his debut album TumbaGobierno. Why Maffio Is Mentally Strong Maffio’s path to success wasn’t an easy one. He grew up in extreme poverty in the Dominican Republic. He endured several losses in his life as well, including the loss of his sister when he was just a teenager....

Researchers are looking for factors that might help (or hinder) full recovery from anorexia. Identifying these factors can hopefully help medical and mental health professionals determine the best treatment for each person with the condition. Full recovery is often defined as being completely free from all symptoms of the eating disorder and a return to a healthy body weight. It is also accompanied by an appropriate perspective on food, body image, and body weight....

The non-adherence rates for bipolar disorder are consistent with the rates for other types of chronic conditions. Not adhering to treatment recommendations can lead to worsening symptoms and a poorer prognosis. Because of this, it is important to understand why some people don’t take their medications as prescribed and look for ways to help improve treatment adherence. Factors That Impact Adherence The factors that affect treatment adherence among people with bipolar disorder can vary from one person to the next and are often complex....

What Are Freudian Slips? It was the famed psychoanalyst Sigmund Freud who described a variety of different types and examples of Freudian slips in his 1901 book, “The Psychopathology of Everyday Life.” Freud wrote that speech blunders are the result of a “disturbing influence of something outside of the intended speech” like an unconscious thought, belief, or wish. He also addressed the problem of forgetting names, saying that it may sometimes be related to repression....

“The timing is perhaps surprising that we haven’t seen the improvement we might have hoped for with the return to in-person learning, and then relative normalization of activities. You have to remember just how bad things have gotten [during the pandemic],” states David A. Merrill, MD, PhD, psychiatrist and director of the Pacific Neuroscience Institute’s Pacific Brain Health Center at Providence Saint John’s Health Center. Isolation, being disconnected socially, persistent COVID safety restrictions, and the stress of everyday life still severely impact adolescents....

Handshakes can be an important part of making a first impression. Although it is possible to overcome a poor first impression, it is easier to learn how to avoid some of the typical mistakes that people make when shaking hands. This article discusses why handshakes are important and when it is appropriate to use this gesture. It also explores some basic guidelines to follow when shaking hands and some bad handshakes you should try to avoid....

These identities can be claimed by anyone, regardless of their heritage. Researchers and publishers (including the U.S. Census) do not dispute how people identify. In order to use these terms appropriately, it helps to understand their differences and when it is appropriate to use each one. Knowing the origins of the Hispanic and Latino labels, what they mean, how they are used, and how people self-identify helps you gain that understanding....

Dr. Hallowell was inspired by his frustration with his inability to provide the more intensive support that was often necessary to help his patients manage the challenges and complications of daily life. Overview “While most of these patients want to succeed, their symptoms keep tripping them up,” noted Dr. Hallowell. “Their problems lie not so much in assessing what they should do as in following through. Most individuals with ADHD can tell you what they would like to do, their problem lies in doing it....

Anxiety blankets are weighted blankets, also sometimes referred to as gravity blankets, that have been used in many hospitals and therapeutic programs for years. More recently, anxiety blankets have become more mainstream as people have come to know the many benefits of using a weighted blanket at home. Weighted Blankets Weighted blankets were previously best known for being used in a type of occupational therapy called sensory integration therapy. Sensory integration therapy is used to help people with autism, or other sensory processing disorders, to focus on regulating sensory experiences....

Ritalin will not show up on a standard 5-panel drug test. However, it may show up on some other broader drug screens. How Long Does It Take to Feel Effects? Ritalin begins to have an effect within 20 to 30 minutes after taking the medication. These effects last three to five hours for the short-acting formulation and around eight hours for the long-acting formulation. The effects of Ritalin can include:...

For example, a single dose of weed may be detected in your system for up to 13 days, depending on the type of test used. If you rarely smoke weed or only have a few puffs, it will leave your system more quickly than if you use marijuana frequently or heavily. Although a number of states in the U.S. have active medical marijuana laws and recreational use of marijuana for adults over the age of 21 is legal in 12 states, Washington, DC, the Northern Mariana Islands, and Guam, the federal government continues to classify marijuana as a Schedule I controlled substance....

It’s possible that these numbers are low since mental disorders are often under-reported in the U.S. This can be attributed to many factors, including a stigma associated with mental illness and a lack of adequate funding for treatment. What Are Phobias? A phobia is an overwhelming, irrational, and persistent fear that leads to avoiding the object or situation. It can be a fear of a specific thing or of a social setting....

In operant conditioning, schedules of reinforcement are an important component of the learning process. When and how often we reinforce a behavior can have a dramatic impact on the strength and rate of the response. What Is a Schedule of Reinforcement? A schedule of reinforcement is basically a rule stating which instances of behavior will be reinforced. In some cases, a behavior might be reinforced every time it occurs. Sometimes, a behavior might not be reinforced at all....

Definition of a Psychiatric Service Animal While most people think of service animals as those that help individuals with physical disabilities (such as blindness), they also help those with medical conditions and psychiatric illness. In this way, psychiatric service animals are just one specific type of what is legally known as a “service animal.” Only dogs and miniature horses are recognized by the ADA as service animals as of March 15, 2011....

For some, however, the extra weight stays on. Losing the weight may take some added effort due to quitting-related changes like shifts in your metabolism or your diet. Many find that their metabolism slows slightly after quitting and that they eat more than they did when they smoked. While an important aspect of quitting for many, the potential for weight gain should not discourage you from quitting or sticking with quitting....

In this article, we’ll talk about the drawbacks of online dating and why people don’t date in person. We’ll discuss the benefits to your mental health when you meet people when you’re out and about. This article also covers how to effectively date in the real world and tips for the first conversation or date. Drawbacks of Online Dating Many people express disappointment and frustration about dating virtually. Some people lie about their age or height; others post outdated photos....

Empathic people experience a number of happiness benefits. Empathy often encourages altruistic behavior, and empathy-based kindness has been shown to increase cooperation and forgiveness, strengthen relationships, decrease aggression and judgment, and even improve mental and physical health. Interestingly, research does show that happier people tend to be less aware of negative emotions in others despite rating themselves as being more empathic. However, it is important to practice empathy, regardless of the mood in order to create greater happiness for ourselves and others....

This might be something obvious, as with a toddler who openly tells their parent that they are a different gender than the one assigned to them, or the subject may not arise until a child’s teenage years. Whether it happens early or later, knowing how to emotionally process your child coming out as trans isn’t necessarily something you innately know how to do. And it’s very important that you take the right steps, as family acceptance plays an integral role in the health and wellness of trans youth....