Tag: interoception
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INTEROCEPTIVE EXPOSURE
INTEROCEPTIVE EXPOSURE: WHAT IS IT? Interoception is the perception of sensations from inside the body and includes physical sensations related to internal systems such as heart beat, respiration, satiety, as well as the autonomic nervous system activity related to emotions. However, much of these perceptions remain unconscious. Interestingly, there is evidence that emotional feelings arise…
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IS HOARDING A SIGN OF ANXIETY?
Hoarding represents a severe form of psychopathology that is often seen in individuals with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). A hoarder typically acquires a large amount of material possessions and fails to discard any, leading to debilitating clutter, impairment and distress. In addition, they often demonstrate low insight into their problem and show poor decision-making skills. DISTRESS…
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INTEROCEPTION SELF-TEST
Excessive sensitivity to internal states constitutes a vulnerability factor for anxiety and panic attacks. Below is an informal example of the common tests used to identify the level of sensitivity to one’s bodily state. Take the test to gauge where your sensibility level falls. STEP 1 First set your alarm for 1 minute. Sit somewhere…
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THE IMPACT OF ANXIETY ON MISINTERPRETING SIGNALS FROM THE BODY, PARTICULARLY THE BREATH
Signals from our respiratory system are missed or misinterpreted in anxiety, which explains why we may experience an “unexpected” rise in anxiety as a result of breathing irregularities.
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DYSFUNCTION OF THE INSULAR CORTEX LINKED WITH SOCIAL ANXIETY
Hyperactivity and volume reduction in the insular cortex is linked to social anxiety disorders.