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Treating Anxiety

Gary Direnfeld

About that anxiety. Given an anxiety disorder, the saying, “trust your gut,” just doesn’t hold. That’s where cognitive behavior therapy comes in (CBT). CBT is all about learning to think things through to facilitate your decisions and actions. They are taken daily and usually long term.

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How Much Do You Accommodate Your Kids?

Gary Direnfeld

This can occur with the child hurts themself minimally, expresses a fear (anxiety), or simply a dislike. As a means of managing boo-boos, or generalized or even specific anxieties, or even food preferences, over-accommodating can increase the very issue sought to address. I am available in person and by video conferencing.

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When Your Emotions Betray You

Gary Direnfeld

There’s a reason it’s called anxiety DISORDER. The whole thing about CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) is about using your head to process the situation instead of your gut. That’s how CBT works. gary@yoursocialworker.com www.yoursocialworker.com for counseling and support. Think about it.

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Simple Journaling Prompts for Depression | Anxiety

Social Work Haven

Do you have a way of coping with anxiety, stress, or depression? Do you use journaling prompts for depression or anxiety? Among many other activities, I enjoy writing the most to help cope with my anxiety and stress. What Do You Write In a Mental Health Journal Here are some journaling ideas for depression, anxiety and stress.

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Alcohol and ADHD: How They’re Linked

Gateway Foundation

While alcohol may appear as a short-term solution to restlessness and anxiety often associated with ADHD, heavy consumption can intensify symptoms of ADHD and render some ADHD medications ineffective. With prolonged heavy drinking, those with ADHD may experience intensified anxiety symptoms and have difficulty managing their emotions.

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Child Abuse: Understanding, Prevention & Support

All For Kids

Warning signs of emotional abuse may include the child displaying fear or anxiety, withdrawal from peers and adults, and extreme changes in behavior. There are many forms of support available, including counseling, therapy, support groups, and advocacy organizations. What is Considered Sexual Abuse?

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What Is Xylazine, and Why Is Its Use Growing in Chicago?

Gateway Foundation

When you recover at Gateway, you can receive medical care from compassionate staff, individual counseling with a therapist, and group therapy with an excellent support system. Gateway has specific programs focusing on substance use disorders, trauma, depression, anxiety, and other co-occurring issues.