Category: anxiety

Hats For Trichotillomania

Cascia Talbert

Hats For Trichotillomania People who have trichotillomania feel an intense urge to pull their hair, which can include the hair on their scalp, eyebrows or groin. This behavior can also include chewing or licking the pulled hairs, or playing with them. If you or your child have trichotillomania, it is important to see your doctor as early as possible. They can check that there are no underlying causes and refer you for cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). 1. Wear a hat Many people with trichotillomania find that when they wear a…

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Habit Reversal Therapy For Tourette’s Syndrome

Cascia Talbert

Habit Reversal Therapy For Tourette’s Syndrome Habit reversal therapy is an effective treatment for body-focused repetitive behaviors like excoriation disorder (skin picking) and trichotillomania (hair pulling). It also helps individuals manage their tics, which are sudden, involuntary movements or sounds. During sessions, clients build awareness of the unconscious behaviors and learn to recognize physical cues that precede their unwanted behavior. They then practice competing responses to the behavior. It is a form of behavioral therapy Habit reversal training, also known as HRT, is an effective treatment for Tourette’s and other…

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How to Recognize Attention Deficit Disorder

Cascia Talbert
attention deficit disorder

How to Recognize Attention Deficit Disorder Having trouble sitting still, paying attention or controlling impulsive behavior can cause major problems at home, in school and at work. Symptoms continue into adulthood in more than three-quarters of cases. A person shows this presentation when he or she displays six or more inattention symptoms and also six or more hyperactive-impulsive ADHD symptoms. For example, they often lose things needed for tasks and activities or forget about appointments or errands. 1. Difficulty Paying Attention Everyone has trouble paying attention sometimes, but when it’s…

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Trichotillomania Treatment

Cascia Talbert
hair pulling disorder

Trichotillomania Treatment People with trichotillomania pull their hair out compulsively, often one strand at a time. They can also bite or chew their own hair and pick at their skin. They may also use camouflage techniques to hide their hair loss. Treatment options include medications and behavior therapy. Medications such as olanzapine and N-acetylcysteine have been shown to be effective. Behavioral therapies include habit reversal training and comprehensive behavior model (ComB) intervention. Medications There are some medications used to treat trichotillomania, although research on this is limited. These drugs may…

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What Is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?

Cascia Talbert
Cognitive behavioral therapy

What Is Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy? Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on changing negative thoughts and behaviors. It involves identifying and challenging distortions like overgeneralization, catastrophizing and rumination. It also involves practicing behavioral strategies that promote healthy responses. Developed by Aaron Beck in the 1960s, CBT posits that emotional conditions are caused by how people interpret situations rather than the events themselves. The treatment requires both the therapist and patient to be collaborative, committed and communicative. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a type of psychotherapy that focuses on changing the way people think. It…

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What Are the Symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder?

Cascia Talbert
autism spectrum disorder

There is no cure for autism, but treatment programs can improve the outlook for children. These programs focus on teaching basic skills in a highly structured schedule of constructive activities. People with ASD often have trouble with social communication and interaction, or have restricted or repetitive behaviors or interests. Behavioral therapy can help control challenging behavior, such as tantrums or aggression. Causes The cause of autism is not known, but it has been linked to changes in certain genes. These genes affect how brain nerve cells, or neurons, communicate with…

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Different Types of Therapy for Children With Autism

Mallory Knee
Different Types of Therapy for Children With Autism

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects social communication, behavior, and sensory processing. Children with ASD may face certain obstacles in their daily lives, including challenges with social interactions, communication, and emotion regulation. Therapy can be a critical component of treatment for children with autism, as it can help them learn new skills, manage behaviors, and improve their overall quality of life. Today, we will explore the different types of therapy available for children with autism and how they can benefit from them. Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)…

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Autism Spectrum Disorder

Cascia Talbert

Autism Spectrum Disorder People with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often have social communication problems and repetitive behaviors. They also may have anxiety or depression. Many children with autism show signs in early childhood. They might seem normal for a while, then lose language and social skills they had at a younger age. Health care providers use screening tools to check for autism. They also can diagnose it based on guidelines in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. Symptoms Children with autism experience social, communication and behavioral challenges. They…

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Trichotillomania Treatment

Cascia Talbert

Trichotillomania Treatment Trichotillomania is a behavioral disorder in which someone compulsively pulls their hair out. It affects people of all ages and genders. Treatment for trichotillomania is similar to other mental health disorders like obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Habit Reversal Training, and Medication are common treatment options. Other types of psychotherapy, such as acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) or dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), may also be used in conjunction with these behavioral interventions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Cognitive behavioral therapy is one of the most effective treatment methods for…

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Can Aromatherapy Help Kids With Special Needs?

Mallory Knee
Can Aromatherapy Help Kids With Special Needs?

Aromatherapy is among the most popular health and wellness trends, with many people incorporating it into their daily lives. But can aromatherapy help kids with special needs? We answer that question and more below. Aromatherapy, Explained Before we get into aromatherapy and children, what does aromatherapy mean? Aromatherapy is a word that gets thrown around a lot in health and wellness, but it’s definitionally using essential oils from plants for mental and physical healing. Essential oils and aromatherapy have exploded in popularity over the past decade, as many people use…

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