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December 17, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
in ANXIETY, NEWS
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Reframing Anxiety: Embracing Your Mind’s Protective Instinct

Reframing Anxiety: Embracing Your Mind's Protective Instinct Anxiety. The word alone can evoke a sense of unease, conjuring images of racing thoughts, sweaty palms, and a pounding heart. For many, anxiety feels like an unwelcome…

December 11, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
in ANXIETY, COGNITIVE BEHAVIOURAL THERAPY, NEWS
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The Road to Healing: CBT for Anxiety Relief in Edinburgh

The Road to Healing: CBT for Anxiety Relief in Edinburgh Living with anxiety in a bustling city like Edinburgh can feel overwhelming. Whether it's navigating the crowded Royal Mile, managing work pressures, or dealing…

November 29, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
in NEWS, TRAUMA
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How to Use Imagery Rescripting for Childhood Trauma

How to Use Imagery Rescripting for Childhood Trauma Did you know that 67% of adults carry unresolved childhood memories that still affect their daily lives? These memories aren't just passive snapshots of the past -…

November 19, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
in COGNITIVE BEHAVIOURAL THERAPY, NEWS
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Your Roadmap to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in Edinburgh

Your Roadmap to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in Edinburgh Living with anxiety or depression can feel like carrying an invisible weight that affects every aspect of daily life. Many of us in Edinburgh face these challenges,…

November 15, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
in DEPRESSION, NEWS
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Understanding Depression: The Cognitive Biotype

Understanding Depression: The Cognitive Biotype Depression affects over 280 million people worldwide, yet we are discovering it is not a single condition but rather a complex spectrum of distinct types. Our understanding of depression types…

November 5, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
in DEPRESSION, NEWS
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Beyond Exhaustion: The Link Between Burnout and Depression

Beyond Exhaustion: The Link Between Burnout and Depression In today's fast-paced world, the terms "burnout" and "depression" are often used interchangeably to describe feelings of exhaustion, emptiness, and an inability to cope with life's demands.…

October 31, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
in NEWS, OCD
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Understanding Rigid Processing in OCD

Understanding Rigid Processing in OCD Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a complex mental health condition characterised by intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviours (compulsions). One of the hallmark features of OCD is rigid thinking patterns, which…

October 25, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
in ANGER, NEWS
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Understanding the Roots of Anger and Treating It with CBT

Understanding the Roots of Anger and Treating It with CBT Anger is a complex and powerful emotion that affects everyone at some point in their lives. While it is a natural human response, unchecked anger…

October 21, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
in NEWS, OCD
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Understanding the 15-Minute Rule for Managing OCD

Understanding the 15-Minute Rule for Managing OCD The Nature of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a complex mental health condition characterised by persistent, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviours or mental acts…

October 18, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
in BIPOLAR DISORDER, NEWS
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How to Develop an Effective Bipolar Treatment Plan with CBT

How to Develop an Effective Bipolar Treatment Plan with CBT Bipolar disorder can significantly impact a person's life, making effective treatment crucial for managing symptoms and improving overall well-being. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) has emerged…