How common is relapse? Likewise, for those with opioid use disorder, there’s an up to 91% chance of relapse. Here are some tips that experts recommend often. Verywell / Laura Porter Once you identify your biggest risks, you might create a plan to prepare for or avoid them. The symptoms involved in PAWS can be a barrier to recovery if you’re not careful. In addition to being able to recognize them, it’s important to know when to seek help....
Klaus Vedfelt / Getty Images Panic attackscan be extremely difficult to deal with. They typically come on suddenly, bringing on escalating feelings of dread and anxiety. Although not life-threatening, panic attacks can be frightening, disorienting, and mentally and physically exhausting. Klaus Vedfelt / Getty Images Remind yourself that your symptoms cannot hurt you and know thatit will soon pass. Learning to breathe deeply and slowly is essential in controlling your panic attacks and reducing your fear....
Many people who experience addiction are surprised at how difficult quitting can be. You may even end up wondering,Why can’t I quit? This article discusses some of the reasons why quitting an addiction is so difficult. Verywell / Brianna Gilmartin It also covers the challenges you might face and strategies that can help you succeed. Why Is Quitting So Hard? Addiction affects the frontal cortex of your brain and alters your impulse control and judgment....
These symptoms can negatively affect their self-esteem and ability to relate to potential romantic partners. Learn how AD can make it challenging for people to thrive in romantic relationships. He was about to grab my hand, and he stopped, she told us during an interview. Verywell Mind / Getty Images His commentary towards me was ‘What is the alligator skin on your wrist?’ she adds, mimicking a disgusted tone. Afterwards, a nice little rumor went around school about me having alligator skin, Smith continued....
But taken too far,you could become a people-pleaser. People pleasing can become achronic habit that is tough to break. You might say “yes” to things you dont want to do to prevent someone from getting angry. If youve been a lifelong people-pleaser, its tough to stand up for yourself and express your true opinions. But, its important to do so. Being able to be yourself is key to good mental health....
Control your emotions before they control you Do you find yourself wondering, Why am I so angry? We’ve all had our days. Anger is a normal emotion that everyone experiences from time to time. Lucas Ottone / Stocksy We all experience different emotions at different times, and anger is one that you may experience. Thisanger quizwas medically reviewed by Rachel Goldman, PhD, FTOS. Below is a list of some things that may help....
Witthaya Prasongsin / Getty Images Codependency is often referred to as relationship addiction. Signs of Codependency Individuals who are codependent have good intentions. They want to care for a family member who is struggling. Witthaya Prasongsin / Getty Images But their efforts become compulsive and unhealthy. Some signs of codependency include: For some individuals, codependent relationships become commonplace. They seek out friendships or romantic relationships where they are encouraged to act like martyrs....
Feeling lazy and unproductive is normal sometimes, but problems can arise when it happens often. Here are a few tips and strategies to break the cycle and overcome laziness. Click below to listen now. Westend61 / Getty Images Make Good Food Choices Diet plays a significant role in energy levels. Create and stick to a consistentsleep care routine. This exhaustion can make you seem lazy when you’re actually stressed and overwhelmed....
Read ahead to learn how to be less passive-aggressive and improve your interpersonal relationships. Amental health professionalcan help guide you through these changes. If someone in your family uses passive-aggressive communication,family therapycan help. Hiraman / Getty Images A Word From Verywell Passive-aggression is not a healthy way to communicate your feelings. Published 2018 Oct 10. doi:10.3389/fpsyg.2018.01843
Selfishness involves caring only about your needs without thinking of other people. Learning to stop being selfish can help you focus more on the people who are important to you. It can also help you reap the psychological rewards of showing care and concern for others. SDI Productions / Getty Images It’s a way to improve your relationships and ensure you have the social support you gotta thrive. It takes time and practice....
All of these are catastrophic thoughts. Catastrophizing is a common cognitive distortion that may be a symptom of depression or anxiety. The Brain Comes Up With a Bunch of ‘What Ifs?’ Israel Sebastian / Getty Images We might catastrophize if were uncertain about something because the brain is adept at creating plenty of What if? This can make us more likely to catastrophize. Is Catastrophizing Considered a Mental Health Disorder? Catastrophizing isnt actually a mental illness in itself....
Mediaphotos / Getty Images Its the end of a long day at work and youre coming home. Youre not hungry but craving something that will make you feel better. You stop by your favourite fast food joint and grab your go-to snack combo. Mediaphotos / Getty Images Youre driving with one hand in a bag of fries and the other on your steering wheel. By the time you come home, the bag is empty and you have no idea how it happened....
If youfind yourself crying more than usual, you may feel embarrassed, which may even prompt more tears. Is Stopping Crying Even the Right Goal? What is underlying your emotion? FG Trade/E+/Getty Images Oftentimes, people report feeling relieved when they are able to cry without judgment in a safe space. Crying can even havebenefits for your mental health. One study found that distraction was be a more effective approach than focusing on not crying....
