If you are struggling with a phobia, then it is tempting to just avoid the thing that you fear. However, it is important to face your fears. Otherwise, the situation is only going to get worse. It seems counterintuitive to expose yourself to something that upsets you. That’s especially true if it’s something that seems […]
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As any parent knows, tantrums and meltdowns are just an unfortunate part of life when you have young children.  Even the most well-behaved children can’t help but throw a tantrum every once in a while. It’s considered to be a completely normal aspect of child development.  Although every parent deals with the occasional tantrums and […]
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There is more than one group therapy type. Some groups are based around specific ages. For example, children and teens have their own groups separate from adults. Often times groups come together because of similar issues. For example, a specific group might help people cope with anxiety, PTSD, addiction, or grief. Of course, there are […]
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Overcoming perfectionism requires balance. Striving for excellence, seeking to improve—your skill at public speaking, your stamina in sports competition, your knowledge of a foreign language—is healthy when you are happy with yourself and want to be even better. Perfectionism, however, comes from feeling that you’re never good enough. A perfectionist’s striving is unrealistic. It’s an […]
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Small gestures make people feel loved. In fact, they can do more to make your relationship last than over-the-top romantic gestures. Researchers at the College of Health and Human Development at Penn State asked 495 American adults about whether they would feel loved in 60 different scenarios. Results showed that loving actions are the best […]
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Depression symptoms in children can be difficult to spot. In fact, many people are unaware that children can have depression or other mental health conditions. Furthermore, children who are struggling with depression may not experience the same symptoms as adults. Even similar symptoms can manifest differently in children. A child could become depressed for a […]
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Being afraid of the dark is a common fear for many children. It’s been said that nightlight manufacturers are not going to experience a decrease in sales anytime soon. In fact, many parents seek child counseling in San Diego and the surrounding areas simply to help their children face this fear. Most parents genuinely want […]
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Treatment for anxiety in San Diego runs far and wide. Some options are cutting edge and innovative, combining new medications with talk therapy, for example. Other options involve making seemingly rudimentary lifestyle changes for anxiety. As you may have imagined, there is a treatment to fit every lifestyle. What may come as a surprise, however, […]
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Despite panic attacks being the blunt of cartoons and TV sitcoms, these episodes are no laughing matter. In fact, people have reported feeling like they were dying while in the throes of a panic attack. Your outlook may not always be this bleak as these episodes can produce many different symptoms, but you may have […]
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If you are seeking information about help for hoarders, then chances are that you already know that there’s a problem. However, it can be tough to know for sure whether or not it’s time to seek help. Hoarding behavior is progressive. In other words, it starts out small, and it adds up over time. When […]
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