Mental Health Articles

Impact of SNS Use on Mental Health

Often, I find myself unable to stop spending time on SNS. It has become a part of my daily routine to endlessly scroll in search of something new, as if I am addicted. Sometimes when I check my screen time, I think to myself, 'That was too much.' In 2019, a study was published in JAMA Psychiatry examining the impact of SNS use on adolescents' mental health. Let's explore the effects of excessive use of SNS on mental health.

November 30, 2023

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Differences in Treatments between Depression and Bipolar Disorder

Depression is often referred to as a "mental cold." If you have depression severe enough to interfere with daily life, medication treatment plays a very important role. Nevertheless, one might wonder why we shouldn't just buy medicine from a pharmacy whenever we feel depressed, without going to a psychiatrist. The reason why it is crucial to go through a doctor regardless, is because there are cases where you should not take antidepressants, even if you are feeling depressed.

November 29, 2023

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Could an Odd Personality be Considered an Illness?

"Refreshing to be around", "Great except for personality", "Just different" When discussing other people, assessments of their character take center stage. But did you know that if your character deviates from the norm to an excessive degree, it might signify a ‘personality disorder’? Personality disorders are characterized by persisting patterns of behavior or character traits that significantly hinder the individual's ability to function normally in reality. Are you feeling uncomfortable at the thought of having a personality disorder? We'll delve more into what constitutes a personality disorder in this article.

November 28, 2023

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Personalized Digital Therapy for Depression

The number of digital platforms providing depression management is rapidly increasing, with developments ranging from digital diaries for emotional tracking to online counseling services. A study analyzing 'Internet-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Depression' published in JAMA Psychiatry 2021 may provide insights in choosing the right depression management method for you.

November 28, 2023

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Rumination: Thought Habit that creates Depression

Numerous studies suggest that rumination contributes to the intensification of a low mood into clinical depression. It plays a critical role in the onset, progression, and persistence of depression. Then, what is rumination? Why is it a problem? How can we stop ruminating? Let's find out one by one.

November 28, 2023

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Depression’s Core Beliefs: The Three Beliefs Shaping Your Mindset

Cognitive therapy, the cornerstone of modern psychotherapy, was created by Aron T. Beck. Beck, a psychiatrist, found that patients with depression exhibited behavior inconsistent with Freud's theory. He also discovered that patients with depression have three core thoughts. This is known as the cognitive triad of depression and has become a crucial discovery in modern psychotherapy.

November 28, 2023

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The Mechanism of Social Anxiety

"There is an amusing adage among mental health specialists that treating depression leads to bankrupt, and treating anxiety leads to wealth” People with depression often struggle to sustain treatment due to their lethargy. On the other hand, those with anxiety disorders are keen to understand and find a solution to their anxiety. In this article, we will explore the seven factors that create and perpetuate social anxiety. Understanding each of these factors and applying them to your own situation can help to understand why you feel anxious.

November 28, 2023

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Social Anxiety: Shyness or Illness?

Many people feel uncomfortable in social relationships. Social anxiety was once called 'social phobia,' and you may wonder if your discomfort in dealing with people is due to your personality or a level of anxiety that could be considered a disorder. Let's examine how social anxiety phenomenon manifests through the contents published in academic journals. Reading this may help you reflect on your own situation.

November 28, 2023

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The Science of Mindfulness

Have you recently heard a lot of people talking about mindfulness meditation? Seeing famous celebrities and prominent CEOs enjoying meditation, it certainly seems to be helpful not only to monks but also those struggling with mental health issues, and even the general public. In this article, we will explain the scientific rationale behind why meditation is effective.

November 28, 2023

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Understanding Burnout: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions

There are many books related to 'burnout' in bookstores. They deal with life after resignation, parenting stress, early divorce, and other new resolutions after experiencing burnout. But what exactly is burnout? In 2019, the World Health Organization defined burnout syndrome as 'chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed and is specifically confined to the occupational environment.' While not an official disease, burnout, which is recognized as an important phenomenon many people experience in modern society, holds quite a significance. In this article, we will explore everything about burnout.

November 28, 2023

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Distancing Principles

Here's how the Distancing program works.

November 28, 2023

5. Recognizing Thoughts

'Distancing' can be practiced in three stages. Let's look at each one. The first is 'recognizing thoughts'. This is nearly identical to the Awareness mentioned in Mindfulness meditation. Simply put, it means being able to recognize the thoughts that arise in your mind. "I know what I'm thinking and how I live." Did this thought just come up in your mind? Unfortunately, most people don't even know what 'thoughts' they have, or more precisely, what thoughts 'arise' in their minds.

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November 28, 2023

6. Distancing from Thoughts

Once you've recognized your thoughts, it's time to create distance from them. To create this distance, you must be able to look at your thoughts squarely. Merely recognizing and acknowledging them is not enough due to the overwhelming negative thoughts that rise in our minds. If it were that simple, there wouldn't be anyone struggling with depression and anxiety in this world. This task must be carried out in a more refined manner. Fortunately, numerous cognitive therapy theories have patterned a series of thoughts that torment people. We broadly categorize these into two types. Let's examine each one.

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November 28, 2023

7. Guiding your Thoughts

So far, we've identified our thoughts and evaluated whether they are accurate or unhelpful. As expected, let's assume that thought was neither accurate nor helpful, as is often the case with negative thoughts. Now, what should we do? Should we find an accurate thought? That could be helpful. But what is an accurate thought? How can we determine it? Should we wait until an accurate thought comes to mind? Or should we think of a helpful thought? But again, what can help me? While unhelpful thoughts can be relatively clearly judged as unhelpful, how can we know whether a helpful thought really aids us? It doesn't seem like an easy task.

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November 28, 2023

8. Wittgenstein's Distancing

Wittgenstein, known as the Einstein of philosophy, also experienced struggles throughout his life, despite being born into wealth in Vienna, Austria, in 1889. Tragically, he lost three of his four brothers to depression. Throughout his life, Wittgenstein confronted impulses of death and fear. So how did he spend the last days of his life?

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