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ACE 101: Parental Mental Illness

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In particular, this ACE refers to mental illnesses that are not effectively managed by the parent and medical professionals, but rather loom noticeably over the household, intruding on the child’s own mental and emotional development. For instance, mood disorders like depression and anxiety can severely limit or amplify a parent’s energy.

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What is metacognition and what does it have to do with worry and rumination?

Lawson Psychology

Worry and rumination may become a problem when it continues in the longer-term – and usually causes ongoing anxiety, low mood, irritability, and exhaustion. Most people will remember a time when they felt stuck dwelling on difficult thoughts or feelings. What is metacognition? What is neurodiversity affirming therapy?

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Anxious intrusive thoughts and how to manage them

Lawson Psychology

Anxious intrusive thoughts and how to manage them When you read this sentence, try as hard as you can not to think of a white polar bear. This can make anxious intrusive thoughts truly challenging to manage. This blog has been written in support of International Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Awareness Week.

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Managing back to school stress: part 2

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Managing back to school stress: part 2 The first few weeks of school are usually very busy and can pass by very quickly. See our previous blog post on breathing Progressive Muscle Relaxation/Muscle squeezes Having a something to squeeze or hold when feeling stressed in the classroom (e.g., It can also be a stressful period of time.

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How to calm your fight or flight response

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This is when we experience symptoms of anxiety. In today’s blog we will focus on some basic anxiety-management strategies and grounding exercises that you can use when you experience symptoms of anxiety. How can I help my child with anxiety? Check it out to learn more.

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My Mental Health is Bad! Why and What Now?

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Emotional and behavioral outcomes may include a propensity towards substance abuse, an inclination to risky or defiant behaviors, anxiety, or depression. How we manage emotions, interact with others to build lasting relationships, and interpret life events all depends on our overall mental and emotional health. Take the ACE test here.

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ACEs and Neurofeedback Therapy for Trauma 

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Our ACEs Healing Modalities Blog Series aims to explain these therapies, as part of our dedicated mission to help people to heal from childhood trauma. ‘Neurofeedback is not considered a cure, but rather a method of managing or regulating the workings of the brain so it functions in a healthier manner.’

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