Zachary James remembers the exact moment that his first intrusive thought lodged itself in his mind. He was 19 and working in a store when a “creepy man” entered the children’s clothing section.
Our bodies are wise and can alert us when something is wrong. Unfortunately, many people don’t listen. If we don’t tune in, our bodies may become chronically sick. However, every once in a while, we may receive an instant of clarity. In those moments, capturing the message is crucial. When the author’s body almost gave
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Effective communication can have a positive impact on a client’s struggle. Psychotherapy has been found to be an effective remedy for many mental health conditions, but it’s important for therapists to be aware of ways how to communicate the salience of their approach to their clients. A new idea is to rate and measure the
Recent years have seen an inspiring breakthrough in psychotherapy – mindfulness and compassion-based interventions (MCBI) can help clinicians to acquire essential skills and improve the relationships they have with patients. A new study reveals that after MCBI, therapists see an increase in psychotherapeutic mindfulness skills (PMS) at both follow-up and after the intervention. Their empathy
Do you ever feel troubled by doubts regarding your relationship or partner? You might be experiencing relationship-centred obsessive-compulsive disorder (ROCD). But don’t worry, you can manage it! One way is by letting go of compulsions and being present in your relationship. Other effective tools to manage ROCD include directing your attention, practising mindfulness, and setting
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Winnipeg has no emergency overnight shelter dedicated to women. Families who have loved ones living on the street say they fear for their lives everyday.
‘I just can’t help reading the comments sometimes on my Instagram or whatever it is’
A Personal Perspective: Having OCD is like being in a perpetual Law and Order episode. Here’s how you can befriend the culprit so you can get back to yourself.
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Dear Amy: I worry about their futures and their ability to become the people they want to become, have successful careers, and support themselves.
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