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Month: November 2023

How to Overcome Social Anxiety

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Overcoming social anxiety involves a combination of professional therapy, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, and self-help strategies. Engaging in gradual exposure to social situations, practicing relaxation techniques, and challenging negative thoughts are crucial. Seeking support from understanding friends or support groups can also significantly aid in managing and reducing the symptoms of social anxiety. Social anxiety can feel like an insurmountable wall, hindering interactions and dampening life’s vibrancy. However, it is a condition that can be managed and overcome with the right strategies and support.  The journey towards overcoming social anxiety involves understanding its roots, implementing practical coping mechanisms, and seeking professional help like psychotherapy. In this article, you will discover how to overcome social anxiety. What is Social Anxiety? Social anxiety disorder, often misunderstood as mere shyness, is a persistent, intense fear of being watched and judged by others. This fear can affect work, school, and other daily activities. It …

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Failure to Launch and Depression

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By Ashley Barnes, M.S. What is “Failure to Launch”? Yes, Failure to Launch is a 2006 Romantic Comedy starring Matthew McConaughey. It is also a growing phenomenon of young adults struggling to make the transition to adulthood. In many Western countries, young adults are expected to “leave the nest” and become independent from their family of origin. In Japan, hikikomori describes how some people withdraw from society and isolate, often starting in their 20s. This growing phenomenon spans across many cultures and many people wonder what contributes to this occurrence.  According to Scientific American, “the defining feature of failure to launch is foot dragging, delaying, stalling, or flat-out refusal to participate in life…in 2014, over seven million American men ages 25-54 were neither working nor looking for work, up 25% from 10 years prior” (2019).  How to recognize “Failure to Launch.” The following are some signs that someone may be …

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Physician Spotlight 7: Dr. Jooyeon Lee

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Physician Spotlight In today’s physician spotlight we highlight Dr. Jooyeon Lee. Dr. Jooyeon Lee is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, and board-certified in Geriatric Psychiatry. About Dr. Jooyeon Lee Dr. Jooyeon Lee has worked with patients from diverse backgrounds in various settings including academic institutions, city/county hospitals, and the Veterans Administration Hospital.  She completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Toronto in Canada and received her Master’s degree from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health in Baltimore, MD. She received her medical degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine. After working as a research fellow at UCLA for a year, she completed psychiatry residency training at New York Medical College/Metropolitan Hospital Center in New York City, where she received the Dirk Berger Award for Scholarly Activities in 2017 and 2019. She completed fellowship training in Geriatric Psychiatry at UCLA and received …

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What Is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for ADHD

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for ADHD is a structured, goal-oriented psychotherapy approach focusing on changing negative thought patterns and behaviors associated with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). It helps patients develop strategies to manage ADHD symptoms effectively. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) has emerged as a pivotal approach to managing ADHD. This therapy focuses not just on the disorder itself but on the secondary struggles that come with it – like low self-esteem, anxiety, and chronic disorganization. About 3 in 10 children with ADHD had anxiety. So, what is cognitive behavioral therapy for ADHD?  In this article, you will discover what cognitive behavioral therapy is and how it is helpful when treating ADHD. What Is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for ADHD? Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for ADHD is a tailored form of therapy specifically designed to address the challenges of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder.  Unlike traditional CBT, which addresses a broad range of mental health issues, …

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Vaping and Children’s Health 2023

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By Ashley Barnes, M.S. What is vaping? Vaping is synonymous with e-cigarettes (electronic cigarettes) and has increased in popularity over the last decade. According to a description from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): E-cigarettes/vapes are electronic devices that heat a liquid and produce an aerosol, or mix of small particles in the air. E-cigarettes/vapes come in many shapes and sizes. Most have a battery, a heating element, and a place to hold a liquid. Some e-cigarettes/vapes look like regular cigarettes, cigars, or pipes. Some look like USB flash drives, pens, and other everyday items. Larger devices such as tank systems, or “mods,” do not look like other tobacco products. E-cigarettes are known by many different names. They are sometimes called “e-cigs,” “e-hookahs,” “mods,” “vape pens,” “vapes,” “tank systems,” and “electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS).” Using an e-cigarette is sometimes called “vaping.” Big tobacco companies have marketed vaping …

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