MindRise
“Russian fatalism” is the art of sitting back and relaxing oneself in times of crisis. When things get too difficult to handle, it is imperative to hold off in order to avoid a nervous breakdown. Sometimes no action is the best action!
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EASY POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER (PTSD) TEST
At times, individuals undergo experiences that are notably frightening, horrific, or traumatic. Examples include: a severe accident or fire, physical or sexual assault, physical or emotional abuse, natural disasters like an earthquake, war, terrorism, witnessing someone’s death by homicide or suicide, etc… If any of those situations apply to you, then we invite you to…
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MANAGING DIFFICULT CONVERSATIONS
Imagine this scenario: after 8 years of marriage, you feel suffocated and unhappy, signaling the possible end of your relationship. Now, faced with the need for a difficult conversation, the question arises: how do you initiate such a discussion when your husband is unaware of your feelings? This situation is just one of many where…
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THE ROLE OF POOR INSIGHT IN OBSESSIVE COMPULSIVE DISORDER (OCD)
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) has long been perceived as a condition where individuals maintain insight, implying an awareness of their mental illness. However, recent research has illuminated a different perspective. Several studies have hinted at a connection between poor insight and various facets of OCD, including symptom severity, treatment outcomes, early onset, chronicity, and extended illness…
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ATTENTION PATTERNS IN OBSESSIVE COMPULSIVE DISORDER (OCD): TYPE OF THREAT AND TIME OF EXPOSURE MATTER
Research suggests that obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) may stem from an attention system fixated on threat-related information, leading to repetitive obsessions and compulsions. For instance, experiments where participants listened to two different passages in each ear revealed that they were more adept at spotting fearful words over neutral ones. This heightened sensitivity to threat words indicates…
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FEAR OF ANXIETY LINKED TO DEVELOPMENT OF POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER (PTSD)
Increasing evidence suggests that anxiety sensitivity, or the fear of anxiety itself, plays a significant role in heightening susceptibility to adverse reactions after experiencing trauma. Research specifically emphasizes the connection between the development and persistence of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and anxiety sensitivity. For instance, a fear of anxiety is shown to exacerbate and predispose…
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THE ROLE OF DISTRESS IN POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER (PTSD), GENERALZED ANXIETY DISORDER (GAD), AND MAJOR DEPRESSIVE DISORDER (MDD)
The concept of trauma encompasses both actual and potential threats to one’s life or personal well-being, which can trigger intense feelings of fear, helplessness, and horror. Research indicates that, in addition to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), exposure to trauma can also lead to the development of other anxiety disorders, such as generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)…
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DATING WITH CONFIDENCE: OVERCOMING SOCIAL ANXIETY AND FINDING LOVE
I have always been intrigued about relationships and how they form, but in recent years my curiosity has focused on relationships in the context of chronic anxiety. My interest stems from my personal experience with generalized anxiety disorder, which occurred at a time when I was single and trying to date. Although, I do not…
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DO STUDY PREPARATION STRATEGIES HELP REDUCE TEST ANXIETY?
Students grappling with test anxiety often find themselves struggling to focus during exams and encounter difficulties in adequately preparing for their assessments. This pervasive issue can lead to a range of detrimental consequences, such as extended study periods, higher dropout rates at the university level, poor performance in exams, and even adverse physical and psychological…
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DO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CHILDREN ALSO EXPERIENCE MATH ANXIETY
Math anxiety is a well-recognized psychological phenomenon that significantly affects individuals’ performance in mathematics and their willingness to engage with math-related tasks. This phenomenon is characterized by a heightened fear or apprehension towards mathematics, which often leads to math failure and the avoidance of math-related activities. Moreover, in severe cases of math anxiety, the mere…
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