What Is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy? Does It Work?
If you have been seeking help for yourself or your child, you’ve likely heard of cognitive behavioral therapy. This is a very popular approach people use when suffering from mental health illnesses or need support for general life challenges. Cognitive behavioral therapy helps struggling adults or children change their thought patterns and break the cycle […]
The Science of CBT: Rewiring Your Social Anxiety
Almost everyone has had moments of nervousness around other people. From first dates to the first time in the school play, life is filled with experiences that make us anxious. Social anxiety disorder, however, isn’t typical nervousness or shyness.(2) When someone has social anxiety disorder, their entire life is severely impacted by their condition. A […]
Can Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Help With Autism
According to a 2018 study, 70% of children with autism spectrum disorder experience emotional difficulties.(1) These emotional difficulties often include sadness, anger, depression, and anxiety. New research is showing that children with ASD might find it easier to manage these complex emotions after cognitive behavioral therapy. In several research studies,(1, 2) the children’s emotional struggles […]