June 5, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
in NEWS, PANIC ATTACK
No Comments

Calm Your Mind: Effective Strategies to Stop a Panic Attack

Calm Your Mind: Effective Strategies to Stop a Panic Attack Understanding panic attacks: What are they, and why do they happen? A panic attack is a sudden and intense surge of fear, anxiety, and physical…

June 2, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
in ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, NEWS
No Comments

Social Anxiety and Depression: the Dual Diagnosis

Social Anxiety and Depression: the Dual Diagnosis In an era where the mantra "How to Be Yourself" resonates more profoundly within societies grappling with increasing levels of social anxiety and depression, understanding these mental health…

June 1, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
in NEWS, OCD
No Comments

Decoding the Early Symptoms of OCD in Youth

Decoding the Early Symptoms of OCD in Youth Introduction to OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder) Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition characterised by intrusive thoughts, obsessions, and repetitive behaviours or compulsions. It affects individuals of…

May 24, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
in NEWS, OCD
No Comments

OCD: Overcoming the Toxic Habit of Seeking Reassurance

OCD: Overcoming the Toxic Habit of Seeking Reassurance Understanding the toxic habit of seeking reassurance The urge to seek reassurance often stems from the intrusive thoughts and obsessions that characterise OCD. These thoughts range…

May 6, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
in COGNITIVE BEHAVIOURAL THERAPY, MENTAL HEALTH, NEWS
No Comments

Federico Ferrarese: A CBT Therapist in Edinburgh

Federico Ferrarese: A CBT Therapist in Edinburgh The journey towards mental well-being is a profoundly personal one, fraught with challenges and obstacles. In Edinburgh, Federico Ferrarese stands as a guiding light for those seeking to…

May 1, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
in DEPRESSION, NERVOUS SYSTEM, NEUROSCIENCE, NEWS
No Comments

Neuroinflammation: A Key Player in Memory and Depression

Neuroinflammation: A Key Player in Memory and Depression In the labyrinth of the human brain, where neurons communicate in whispers and thoughts bloom like flowers in spring, there lies a silent disruptor - neuroinflammation. This…

April 29, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
in NEWS, OCD
No Comments

Supporting Your Loved One: A Guide to Living with OCD

Supporting Your Loved One: A Guide to Living with OCD Living with a loved one who has OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder) can be a challenging journey, filled with unique obstacles and emotional highs and lows. It…

Decoding the Neurobiology of Social Anxiety Disorder

April 23, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
in NEWS, OCD
No Comments

OCD: How to Identify Ego-Syntonic vs. Ego-Dystonic Thoughts

OCD: How to Identify Ego-Syntonic vs. Ego-Dystonic Thoughts Introduction to OCD Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a complex psychological condition characterised by uncontrollable, recurring thoughts (obsessions) and behaviours (compulsions) that the individual feels the urge to…

April 20, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
in COGNITIVE BEHAVIOURAL THERAPY, NEWS, OCD
No Comments

Mastering OCD: The Benefits of I-CBT

Mastering OCD: The Benefits of I-CBT OCD, or Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, represents a significant challenge for many, impacting daily functioning and quality of life. Traditional treatments have offered hope, yet the search for more effective interventions…