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Anxiety Disorders: Managing Anxiety and Stress for Better Mental Health

Psychological Health Care

The reality is that for some, stress and fear can become so overwhelming and persistent that it can evolve into an anxiety disorder, impacting daily life and overall well-being. Additionally, studies show an anxiety disorder will affect nearly 30% of all adults at some stage in their lives. What Are Anxiety Disorders?

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How to Talk With Patients About Substance Use Disorder

Gateway Foundation

When a patient with substance use disorder (SUD) visits, it’s essential to talk to them in a way that shows sensitivity and empathy while avoiding stigmatizing language. Use People-First Language Patient communication in substance use disorders starts with people-first language. Let your patients choose how they are described.

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Speech Pathology Assessments

Prosper Health Collective

Concern 1: Unclear speech Speech sound assessments help identify any articulation or phonological disorders in children. Concern 2: Difficulty understanding & expressing Language assessments are crucial for young children experiencing language delays or disorders. Messy handwriting however, is managed by an Occupational therapist.

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How do we know when posttraumatic stress disorder is getting better?

Society of Clinical Psychology

Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) causes a great deal of mental and physical distress, and can significantly reduce a person’s quality of life. Defining these constructs will also help to facilitate the development of clinical algorithms to guide decision-making and treatment planning for those people with PTSD. Cuijpers, P.

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Can You Be Born with Anxiety? Unveiling The Symptoms Of Anxiety

Blurt It Out

There is evidence to suggest that anxiety, as well as other mental health conditions, such as obsessive compulsive disorder can be inherited genetically. Research indicates that genetic factors contribute to around 30-40% [1] of the risk for developing anxiety disorders. How Much Of Anxiety Is Genetic? The genetics of anxiety.

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Using Virtual Reality in Therapy

Prosper Health Collective

Utilisation of VR in therapy also have been shown to have efficacy with a wide range of disorders including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, and trauma. Hence, use of specific virtual environment that has been tailored for specific therapeutic outcomes can be powerful within the therapy room.

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High Functioning Anxiety: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment 2023

Blurt It Out

These tests can help identify specific patterns and behaviors associated with high-functioning anxiety, enabling your mental health provider to tailor a treatment plan to your unique needs. High-Functioning Anxiety Vs. Other Forms Of Anxiety Generalized anxiety disorder is characterized by excessive and persistent worry.

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