Videos and Podcasts
Effective treatments for PTSD include exposure therapy, including virtual reality treatment, and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), as well as medications. Seeking help is not a sign of weakness. Funding for this video provided by a grant from the American College of…
Support from family and friends is important to the recovery process, but it’s not the cure. Getting better takes hard work, mostly from the person with the disorder, and patience from everyone involved. With appropriate treatment from a mental health professional, a person can learn to manage…
Research is ongoing to learn more about OCD and to develop new types of treatment, such as deep brain stimulation for treatment-resistant OCD and high-intensity radiation for people with severe OCD symptoms.
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Learn the symptoms typical of anxiety disorders, and in particular of GAD, or generalized anxiety disorder. The symptoms of each anxiety disorder vary in different people, but they all provoke extreme fear or worry that interferes with daily life.
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Effective treatment options, including medications, are available for people who are diagnosed with GAD and other anxiety disorders.
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The two types of treatment for OCD are cognitive-behavioral therapy, or CBT, and medication. For some people, a combination may be the most effective treatment. Exposure and response prevention, or ERP, is often the most effective form of CBT.
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Psychologist Dr. Douglas Mennin discusses how to understand anxiety disorders.
The essential features of adult OCD are recurrent, unwanted obsessions or compulsions that are severe enough to be time consuming; that is, they take more than one hour a day — or they cause marked distress or significant impairment in your daily life.
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At its worst, depression can be a frightening, debilitating condition. Millions of people around the world live with depression. Many of these individuals and their families are afraid to talk about their struggles, and don't know where to turn for help. However, depression is largely…
This TEDx Talk was originally posted by TedxPeachtree on October 31, 2016, and features ADAA member Barbara Rothbaum, PhD, ABPP.
March is Women's History Month, and a chance to highlight the women trailblazers in mental health. Join ADAA for important conversations with women paving the way in mental health to learn from their experiences and their advances in the field. Hear from Dr. Sally Winston on her decision to…
March is Women's History Month, and a chance to highlight the women trailblazers in mental health. Join ADAA for important conversations with women paving the way in mental health to learn from their experiences and their advances in the field. Hear from Dr. Lisa Coyne on her decision to pursue…
March is Women's History Month, and a chance to highlight the women trailblazers in mental health. Join ADAA for important conversations with women paving the way in mental health to learn from their experiences and their advances in the field. Hear from Dr. Judith Beck on her decision to pursue…
March is Women's History Month, and a chance to highlight the women trailblazers in mental health. Join ADAA for important conversations with women paving the way in mental health to learn from their experiences and their advances in the field. Hear from Dr. Barbara Rothbaum on her decision to…
This TEDx Talk was originally posted by TedxNashville on December 12, 2024, and features ADAA member David H. Rosmarin, PhD, ABPP.
Postpartum depression, or PPD, can occur after a person has a baby. Any new parent can experience PPD. As a mental health provider, learn the signs and symptoms of postpartum depression and how to support patients experiencing symptoms.
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Do you feel depressed in the winter? Scientific evidence shows that some people experience depression during the winter months when the weather is cold, there is less light, and more isolation. Ken Goodman, LCSW, and Jill Emanuele, PhD, discuss what to know about Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD…
Quick tips on how to prepare your child for Halloween and help them cope with their fears on this eventful night.
Considering attending ADAA's annual conference? No matter where you are in your career ADAA's conference offers unique learning opportunities, industry networking, and access to the latest in mental health research and treatment. Learn more about the conference and its benefits with ADAA member…
