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Understanding Relapse: Causes and Myths
The Reality of Relapse in Recovery Relapse is often misunderstood and heavily stigmatised. Many people see it as a sign of failure, but in reality, it’s a common part of the recovery journey. Whether you’re navigating recovery yourself or supporting someone else, understanding relapse—its causes, myths, and prevention strategies—can make a significant difference in fostering……
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Building a Relapse Prevention Plan: Key Components for Success
Maintaining sobriety is a lifelong commitment, and a relapse prevention plan is one of the most effective tools to support this journey. It serves as a personalised roadmap, offering structure and guidance to help you navigate the inevitable challenges of recovery. With a clear plan in place, you’re better equipped to identify and manage triggers,……
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Navigating Mental Health Treatment Options: Detox to Residential Care Explained
Navigating the world of mental health treatment options can feel overwhelming, especially when you or a loved one is seeking help. It’s important to know that treatment isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution. Instead, it varies in intensity and structure, ranging from detox programs to residential care. In this blog, we’ll guide you through the spectrum of……
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How Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Can Help You Live a Value-Driven Life
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a form of psychotherapy that helps you live a value-driven life by focusing on psychological flexibility. Unlike traditional therapies that aim to eliminate negative thoughts and feelings, ACT encourages you to accept them as part of being human. This acceptance helps you commit to actions that align with your……
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The Role of Family Therapy in Healing Conflicts and Trauma
Family therapy is a form of counselling that focuses on helping families work through their problems together. It’s not just about addressing one person’s struggles—it’s about exploring how the dynamics within your family influence everyone’s mental and emotional well-being. When communication breaks down, or unresolved issues lead to conflict, family therapy provides a safe space……
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EMDR Therapy: How Eye Movements Help Process Trauma
What is EMDR Therapy? EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy is a unique, evidence-based approach to treating trauma and distressing memories. Developed by psychologist Francine Shapiro in the late 1980s, EMDR is designed to help you process traumatic experiences that may feel “stuck” in your mind, affecting your thoughts, emotions, and daily life. The……
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Highlights from the Bangalore University Conference on Mental Health in the Workplace
Introduction The International Conference on Mental Health in the Workplace, held on September 26th and 27th, 2024, at Bangalore University, brought together global experts to tackle one of today’s most pressing challenges: fostering mental well-being in professional environments. Hosted by the Department of Psychology and the Centre for Psychological Counselling at Bangalore University, the event……
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How Neurofeedback Helps Rewire the Brain in Addiction Recovery
Neurofeedback therapy is a non-invasive technique that monitors and trains your brainwave activity to improve mental and emotional well-being. It uses real-time feedback from EEG (electroencephalogram) technology to help you regulate brain function. By observing your brainwave patterns, a therapist can guide you in learning how to self-regulate those patterns. This technique has been especially……
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Designing Impactful Mental Health Workshops: Must-Have Topics and Engagement Techniques
Mental health workshops have become an essential tool in today’s world, especially in workplaces where stress and mental health issues can have a significant impact on both individuals and organizations. You might already know the importance of mental well-being, but sometimes it’s hard to know where to start when planning a workshop that makes a……
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Creating Safe Spaces: How Trauma-Informed Care Transforms Treatment
Trauma-informed care (TIC) is an approach that recognises how deeply trauma can affect a person’s well-being and aims to create an environment that promotes healing. You might not realise it, but trauma is more common than we often think. Research suggests that up to 70% of people will experience a traumatic event at some point……