Mental Health Webinars

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Helping Your Patients Face Their Fears With Exposure Therapy

Exposure and response prevention therapy (ERP) is the most effective behavioral treatment for patients with OCD. When done well, it helps patients break patterns of avoidance and fears. But how do you know which variations will work for your

Autism 101 – A Guide to the Spectrum of Disorders

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) starts early in childhood and lasts throughout a person’s life. It can impact how a person acts, interacts, communicates, and learns. And since it’s a spectrum, there are many disorders that fall under the umbrella of

Regaining Control Over OCD

While obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is a chronic disorder, it can be managed in several ways that can change intrusive thoughts from a roar to a whisper. As debilitating as OCD can be, individuals can respond very well to different treatments

Supporting a Loved One Through Addiction Recovery

Misuse of drugs and alcohol impacts many more people than the person going through the illness—it can affect family mental health as well. How can families best approach difficult conversations about addiction? Is there a best way to approach the

Expert Answers to Your Burning Questions About Anxiety

Anxiety can be our friend—or foe. All of us experience anxiety, but it can be worse during stressful events, like public speaking, social events, relationship problems, stress on the job, and financial worries. A little bit of anxiety is healthy—but

Simple Ways to Improve Sleep Hygiene

When was the last time you had a restful night’s sleep? If you find yourself yawning during the day or feeling irritable or outright fatigued, there’s a good chance that you’re not getting quality sleep. Good sleep hygiene not only provides you with

Strategies to Handle Day-to-Day Stress at Work and at Home

On a good day, managing stress is like using a fire extinguisher—easy to put out small fires. During tense times, it may feel like your house is burning down and you’ve been handed a single water balloon.

The Role of Self-Acceptance for Good Mental Health

There are many positive mental health outcomes associated with acceptance. Being able to accept life’s curveballs helps us lead emotionally healthier and psychologically better lives. So why is it so difficult for us to be more accepting? And is