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Can Depression Be Genetic? 300 New DNA Links Uncovered

Can Depression Be Genetic? 300 New DNA Links Uncovered

by Federico Ferrarese | Jan 16, 2025 | NEWS

Can Depression Be Genetic? 300 New DNA Links Uncovered Scientists estimate that 280 million people worldwide live with depression. People have always asked if depression runs in families. A remarkable new global study has answered this question by finding 300 new...
How Trauma Rewires the Brain: Insights from a CBT Therapist

How Trauma Rewires the Brain: Insights from a CBT Therapist

by Federico Ferrarese | Jan 15, 2025 | NEWS

How Trauma Rewires the Brain: Insights from a CBT Therapist About 8% of Americans experience traumatic stress, and one in four trauma survivors develop PTSD. Scientists now recognise how trauma changes the brain’s structure and affects our daily lives. Trauma...
Overcoming Self-Criticism: Boost Your Mental Health Today

Overcoming Self-Criticism: Boost Your Mental Health Today

by Federico Ferrarese | Jan 14, 2025 | NEWS

Overcoming Self-Criticism: Boost Your Mental Health Today Self-criticism affects countless people worldwide. Research links it directly to feelings of worthlessness, incompetence, and a higher risk of depression. My experience as a psychologist shows these harsh...
OCD Treatment: Exploring the Neurobiological Effects of CBT

OCD Treatment: Exploring the Neurobiological Effects of CBT

by Federico Ferrarese | Jan 11, 2025 | NEWS, OCD

OCD Treatment: Exploring the Neurobiological Effects of CBT As a CBT therapist, I’ve long been fascinated by the intricate workings of the human brain, particularly in the context of mental health disorders. One condition that has captured my attention is...
Understanding The Impact of Maladaptive Perfectionism on OCD

Understanding The Impact of Maladaptive Perfectionism on OCD

by Federico Ferrarese | Jan 10, 2025 | NEWS, OCD

Understanding The Impact of Maladaptive Perfectionism on OCD Understanding Maladaptive Perfectionism: A Brief Overview As someone who has worked with individuals struggling with perfectionism, I’ve come to understand the complexities of this trait. Maladaptive...
How to Deal with Guilt: Strategies for Emotional Resilience

How to Deal with Guilt: Strategies for Emotional Resilience

by Federico Ferrarese | Jan 9, 2025 | NEWS

How to Deal with Guilt: Strategies for Emotional Resilience   Understanding Guilt: A Common Human Emotion Guilt is an emotion that we’ve all experienced at some point in our lives. It’s that nagging feeling that creeps up on us when we believe...
Meta OCD: When Obsessive Thoughts About OCD Take Control

Meta OCD: When Obsessive Thoughts About OCD Take Control

by Federico Ferrarese | Jan 8, 2025 | NEWS, OCD

Meta OCD: When Obsessive Thoughts About OCD Take Control As a mental health professional, I’ve encountered numerous cases of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) throughout my career. However, in recent years, I’ve noticed a growing trend of individuals...
5 Passive-Aggressive Tactics Unmasked: Respond Assertively

5 Passive-Aggressive Tactics Unmasked: Respond Assertively

by Federico Ferrarese | Jan 7, 2025 | NEWS

5 Passive-Aggressive Tactics Unmasked: Respond Assertively As a communication expert, I’ve encountered numerous situations where passive-aggressive behaviour has caused significant distress in personal and professional relationships. In this comprehensive guide,...
Unmasking High-Functioning Anxiety: The Hidden Struggle Behind Success

Unmasking High-Functioning Anxiety: The Hidden Struggle Behind Success

by Federico Ferrarese | Jan 6, 2025 | NEWS

Unmasking High-Functioning Anxiety: The Hidden Struggle Behind Success As a CBT therapist and psychologist, I’m here to shed light on a topic that’s often overlooked in our society: high-functioning anxiety. This invisible struggle affects countless...
Exploring the Depths of ROCD and Relationship Anxiety

Exploring the Depths of ROCD and Relationship Anxiety

by Federico Ferrarese | Jan 5, 2025 | NEWS, OCD

Exploring the Depths of ROCD and Relationship Anxiety Relationships form the cornerstone of human experience, offering profound joy and fulfilment. However, for some individuals, the path to romantic bliss is fraught with persistent doubts and fears. This article...
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