Physical Exercise and Mental Health Physical exercise has long been associated with a range of physical health benefits, from reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease to strengthening bones. However, exercise also offers substantial benefits for mental health,...
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Benefits of Regular Exercise for Mental Health: How Physical Activity Boosts Wellbeing
Understanding Regret Rates for Gender-Affirming Surgery in the UK
Understanding Regret Rates for Gender-Affirming Surgery in the UK Gender-affirming surgery is a significant and life-changing procedure for many transgender and non-binary individuals. While such surgeries are designed to improve quality of life, it is important to...
Working Collegiately in the Therapy Room: A Collaborative Approach to Healing
Therapy has traditionally been seen as a space where the therapist guides the client through their mental health challenges. However, a growing emphasis on collaboration has introduced a collegiate model in the therapy room, fostering a partnership between therapist...
Suddenly Waking from Sleep: Understanding Causes and Solutions
Sudden Waking from Sleep: Causes, Effects, and Management Suddenly waking from sleep is a common experience that can leave you feeling disoriented, anxious, or even wide awake in the middle of the night. While occasional episodes are normal, frequent occurrences may...
Self-Soothing Techniques for People with ADHD
Self-Soothing Techniques for People with ADHD Living with ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) can be challenging, especially when it comes to managing overwhelming emotions, impulsivity, and restlessness. These symptoms can make it difficult for...
The Role of Process and Relationship in Psychotherapy: Differences and Similarities
The Role of Process and Relationship in Psychotherapy: Differences and Similarities Introduction In the field of psychotherapy, process and relationship are two fundamental constructs that significantly influence therapeutic outcomes. While these elements often...
Understanding the Relationship Between Sleep Disturbance, Stress, and Substance Use
Understanding the Relationship Between Sleep Disturbance, Stress, and Substance Use Sleep disturbances and stress are intricately connected, with each often influencing and exacerbating the other. People experiencing high levels of stress frequently report difficulty...
Early Stages of Gender Dysphoria: Understanding and Coping Strategies
Understanding the Early Stages of Gender Dysphoria: Signs, Feelings, and Coping Strategies What Is Gender Dysphoria? Gender dysphoria is the psychological distress experienced when a person’s gender identity does not align with the sex they were assigned at birth....
Adapting the Duluth Model: Addressing Intimate Partner Violence in LGBTQ+ Relationships
The Duluth Model of IPV and Its Application in LGBTQ+ Contexts The Duluth Model is one of the most widely used frameworks for understanding and addressing intimate partner violence (IPV). Developed in the 1980s by the Domestic Abuse Intervention Project in Duluth,...