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Discover EMDR Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a psychotherapy approach, well researched and proven effective for the treatment of trauma. EMDR is a set of standardized protocols that incorporates elements from many different treatment approaches. To learn about the development and history of EMDR see http://www.emdr.com/ and http://emdria.org/.
CHILDHOOD STRESS There are many steps parents may take to reduce the stress children are experiencing in out culture. The following bullet-points represent areas of life that may be modified to increase the security and comfort in our childrens lives. * Provide a safe, secure, familiar, consistent, and dependable home. * Be selective in the television programs that young children watch (including news broadcasts) which can produce fears and anxiety. * Spend calm, relaxed time with your children. * Encourage your child to ask questions.r
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Actually, with some practical tips, you can minimize the stress and depression that often accompany the holidays. You may even end up enjoying the holidays more than you thought you would. Recognize holiday triggers Learn to recognize common holiday triggers, so you can disarm them before they lead to a meltdown:
For healthy relationships we must become more and more aware of ourselves, how we relate in both our strengths and shortcomings. If we step back and try to observe our own interactions, we want to avoid over-engaging in DEFENSE MECHANISMS. Denial: claiming/believing that what is true to be actually false. Displacement: redirecting emotions to a substitute target. Intellectualization: taking an objective viewpoint. Projection: attributing uncomfortable feelings to others. Rationalization: creating false but credible justifications.r
Begin improving your performance to become a high-performing individual. EMDR Therapy is implemented to help clients reach Peak Performance and can be used effectively to increase self-confidence, positive feelings and behaviors, and to meet goals. It can be used to increase success and strengthen one's inner resources, creativity enhancement and core resilience. Improve your Peak Performance and achieve your potential! Athletic Anxiety * Test/Exam Anxiety * Performance Anxiety * Job Interview Stress * Slump in Performance * Fear of Public Speaking/Presentationsr
The Source of our "Buttons" 1) Our experiences, following emotional injury the pain of the experience is in our memory and we have an area of sensitivity. If something in the present reminds us of the past experience, (any sense) that button gets pushed. 2) Our brains, we are each wired differently. If we are introverted, being pressed for information may push a button. If we are verbal and open, the other person withdrawing from us may push a button. Know what type of communication processor you are; http://revelationcounseling.com/Blog/ctl/Edit_Entry/mid/437/EntryID/2.aspxrnr
1. Allow your feelings - If you have recently experienced loss or you can't be with loved ones, realize that it's normal to feel sadness and grief. It's OK to take time to cry or express your feelings. You can't force yourself to be happy just because it's the holiday season. 2. Reach out - If you feel lonely or isolated, seek out community, religious or other social events. They can offer support and companionship. Volunteering your time to help others also is a good way to lift your spirits and broaden your friendships.
Anger is a normal human emotion. Often, anger occurs in response to a need to protect. Perhaps protecting someone or something, or we might be protecting our pride, opinion, or power. Anger becomes a problem when the expression of anger verbally and behaviorally begins to negatively affect relationships and the quality of life. Problem anger disrupts or interferes with the sense of self or normal routines. Anger management issues may cause physical aggression, negative verbal responses, serious health conditions, drug use and other negative consequences.
As responsibilities mount and options narrow, we are inundated with news and evidence conce ing changes. Difficulty that causes worry or emotional tension may induce a response in us of feeling stress. Stress is a term we use to describe both the physical and psychological state. Experiencing stress includes a state of alarm and adrenaline production, short-term resistance as a coping mechanism, and exhaustion.
Boost your Mood Are you finding yourself a bit blue in the holiday season? Stress? If so, you're not alone. Holidays are typically full of to-do lists, good things & sometimes unmet expectations or loss. Not only can this be extremely stressful, it can stir up uncertainty. Do what you can to lessen the anxiety and depression if this is something you are experiencing.