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Lost in Psychobabble? Cut Through the Jargon for Real Mental Clarity

Mad in America

This was revealed in the book Mad in America by Robert Whitaker. How Therapy and Techniques Often Overcomplicate the Process Clinically, I applied techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), exposure therapy, narrative therapy, and psychiatric rehabilitation.

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The 6 Steps to Catalyze CBT and DBT With Young Patients

Psychiatric Times

SPECIAL REPORT: PSYCHOTHERAPY Cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) are widely adapted treatment paradigms grounded in empirical findings, meta-analyses, and case reports. Cognitive-behavior and dialectical behavior therapy in high-intensity settings.

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Depression: Biological or Psychological?

Mad in America

Follow-up data show that rather than alleviating depression, psychiatrys medicalization of depression is contributing to it (see Robert Whitakers book, Anatomy of an Epidemic , and Laura Delanos book, Unshrunk ). It continues to be the best treatment for this disorder.

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From Freud to Fanon: How Daniel Gaztambide is Redefining Psychoanalytic Practice

Mad in America

His latest book provides a blend of clinical techniques and political strategies to address these complex issues through a decolonial psychoanalytic lens. From there, I delved into the work of Martín-Baró, liberation psychology, and Paulo Freire, who founded critical pedagogy with his seminal book Pedagogy of the Oppressed.

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Day # 147: Bulimia Nervosa Part 2

Bullet Psych

Evidence supports the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) , Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), Family Therapy, Group Therapy, and focused Psychodynamic Therapy.

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Is Weed a Depressant? Understanding Marijuana’s Effects.

My Psychiatry

At My Psychiatrist, we offer a wide range of evidence-based therapy options: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Teaches you how to identify and change negative thought patterns that drive substance use. Individual Therapy: Provides a safe, one-on-one space to explore personal challenges and recovery goals.

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Mad in America’s 10 Most Popular Articles in 2023

Mad in America

Universal DBT in Schools Increases Anxiety, Depression, Family Conflict In October, Peter Simons wrote about research asking if dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) can actually make kids’ mental health worse. In recent years, teaching kids “emotion regulation” has become an increasingly large part of teachers’ responsibilities.