The Power of cogntive reappraisal in anxiety therapy can be very strong. If we find good cognitive reappraisals anxiety can be overcome. For example we can try to speak of [...]
Based on a pilot study, we delve into the results of a virtual reality exposure treatment for spider phobia. The study involved 40 participants undergoing a single session of therapy, [...]
Robert Cialdini certainly ranks among the most influential psychologists in the world. His studies have significantly shaped the research field of social psychology and his books on influencing techniques have [...]
Those who suffer from anxiety often hear, "You must learn to control fear with meditation, autogenic training or breathing techniques ..." But is control really always the most effective method? [...]
How should you praise children? Research results from motivational psychology provide important information... __________________ Studies (only a small selection): Dweck, C. S. (2002). Messages that motivate: How praise molds students' [...]
ACCEPTANCE AND COMMITMENT THERAPY is one of the most exciting advances in psychotherapy. According to recent studies, ACT has achieved similar "cure rates" in the treatment of anxiety and depression [...]
A recent study suggests that the extract of a cactus (Caralluma Fimbriata) may help reduce anxiety. One experimental group received the drug while a control group received only placebo pills. The [...]
When should you face your anxiety? Does the time of day have an influence on the success of therapy? And what role does cortisol play in this? Researchers at the [...]
Generalized anxiety disorder: Medication or Psychotherapy? Which treatment approach promises better therapy results? A brand new meta-analysis should provide answers: Emily Carl, Sara M. Witcraft, Brooke Y. Kauffman, Eilis M. [...]
Even small language variations can have a big impact on the behavior of our fellow human beings. So we should pay close attention to our formulations in communication ... Studies [...]
