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Eileen Bailey

posted 11/10/2009, comments (0)

Frequently Asked Questions: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy? Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a type of therapy that works to reframe perceptions and thought processes to help in changing behaviors and emotional health. Some tools used in CBT include relaxation training, biofeedback, hypnosis, and desensitization. What Happens in a CBT... Read more Chevron

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Jerry Kennard

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posted 11/10/2009, comment (1)

Does Stress Cause Strokes?

There is a fairly commonly held belief that stress is a cause of strokes. In fact the evidence linking the two is far from compelling. The big problem with any attempt to associate stress with illness is the fact that so many variables have to be considered. When, for example, does stress actually begin? We all feel stress but what constitutes the... Read more Chevron

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Amy Hendel

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posted 11/04/2009, comments (0)

Avoid Holiday Stress

I love the holidays, especially the winter holidays. The leaves changing color, the chill in the air, the smell of fresh nuts roasting and pumpkin lattes (that's relatively new) and the thought that I am going to be with family for celebrations. Sounds like bliss, and it is for most of us, but the holidays can also be fraught with stress and... Read more Chevron

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Jerilyn Ross, M.A., L.I.C.S.W.

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posted 10/13/2009, comments (0)

Pregnancy and Medication for Women With Anxiety and Depression

Pregnancy is such a joyous occasion. But for many women who have an anxiety disorder or depression, a nagging question remains: "Is it safe to take medication while I'm pregnant?" Preoccupation, worry, and guilt can become overwhelming, but take heart: There is no one correct answer because the decision about treatment is unique for each and... Read more Chevron

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Dr. Kleiner

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posted 02/13/2009, comment (1)

Anxiety and the Workplace

Two factors create anxiety: uncertainty and lack of control. The current economic climate is thus a perfect storm for stress, anxiety, even panic at the workplace. Those who have already been laid off are dealing with bad news in one fell, clarifying swoop.But those who remain face that dreaded duo of feelings that engenders anxiety. Layoffs are... Read more Chevron

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