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Women, Unwanted Sexual Attention & Social Anxiety

Kama Jensen Women,. Unwanted Sexual Attention and Social Anxiety

Thursday, December 2, 2021 - 11:57

There is an area of social anxiety that is practically a universal experience for girls and women, yet rarely gets discussed: non-touch unwanted sexual attention.Such experiences happen to all people of all ages, and between all genders. For girls, the incidence is particularly alarming. From puberty to age 18, more than 90% of girls experience such unwanted encounters.

It's Not Just OCD About Physical Appearance: Understanding Body Dysmorphic Disorder

Thursday, October 28, 2021 - 09:31

In BDD, people are tormented by obsessive thoughts associated with a part or parts of their physical appearance being flawed in some way, yet these flaws tend not to be noticeable to anyone but themselves.

The Art and Science of Treating Depression in Autism: A Guest Blog Post from SPARK - Part 2

Marina Sarris

Wednesday, August 11, 2021 - 11:59

Thanks to research, we know more about depression in children and adults with autism than we used to. Whereas scientists have studied the rates of depression, risk factors, and ways to diagnose it in people on the spectrum, we know far less about how treatments traditionally used on the general population work for those with autism.

Minute-by-Minute: Changing the Way we Measure Anxiety

Ecological momentary assessment Blog Post - Anxiety

Tuesday, June 22, 2021 - 11:12

ADAA Member Amanda Baker, PhD, Daniella Levine, BA, and Donald J. Robinaugh, PhD author this blog post: Anxiety takes many shapes. Ecological momentary assessment (EMA) allows us a glimpse into the real-world experience of living with anxiety disorders.

Three Things I Need to Know About CBT (Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy)

Thursday, June 10, 2021 - 14:44

Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based treatment that challenges ineffective thought patterns (cognitions) and ineffective behavior patterns (behavioral) to pursue a more fulfilling life.

Retraining the Brain

Tuesday, May 18, 2021 - 13:18

ADAA members Sheila Rauch, PhD, ABPP and Carmen McLean, PhD - The past 30 years of research has seen vast leaps in our understanding of how the brain works in function and dysfunction.

MDMA May Help Treat PTSD – but Beware of Claims that Ecstasy is a Magic Bullet

Sunday, May 9, 2021 - 12:55

It is very important to note that MDMA is not suggested as a standalone treatment for any condition, and only “MDMA-assisted” psychotherapy is researched in these studies.

Should I talk to my primary care provider about my mental health?

Primary Care - Stethoscope - Mental Health Blog

Olivia E Bogucki, PhD

Tuesday, April 20, 2021 - 13:49

It can be challenging to know when to seek therapy and how to get connected with care. Talking to your primary care provider is one option.

How to Know When to Seek Therapy

Wednesday, February 17, 2021 - 15:06

by Lynne Siqueland People often wonder. When does it make sense to begin therapy? Therapists use two primary reasons to see if treatment would be recommended.

CBT for Weight Control

Olivia E Bogucki, PhD

Saturday, February 13, 2021 - 09:55

It can be challenging to control your weight. In today’s modern world, it is more convenient to order take out than to cook a meal and take the elevator instead of the stairs. Over time, a pattern of eating unhealthy foods and being sedentary can lead to excessive weight gain.

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