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Thinking errors in OCD: Therapist explains

OCD or Obsessive-Compulsive disorder is a condition where people are stuck in repetitions of uncontrollable thoughts and behaviors. They keep doing the same thing over and over again. Some of the common symptoms of OCD are fear of germs or having the habit of arranging things in a specific way. Therapist Maythal Eshaghian shared the thinking errors in OCD.5
Published on Aug 26, 2023 13:23 IST

Signs you have anxiety about your anxiety

Anxiety is the persistent worry about everyday situations. Sometimes, people develop anxiety about certain things such as health, relationships, performance or travel. However, we can also develop anxiety for anxiety. Addressing this, Therapist Carrie Howard wrote, "Transforming your relationship with your anxiety so that your brain responds differently to it is an important part of overcoming your fear of anxiety or panic." Here are a few signs.5
Published on Aug 25, 2023 13:20 IST

Four aspects of emotional intelligence

Emotional intelligence refers to the ability to understand, being aware and handle emotions in a way that it does not negatively impact us. Knowing how to let go of negative emotions and finding joy in daily things help in improving emotional intelligence. It also creates a healthy space for others to be themselves around us. Therapist Mary Beth Somich addressed emotional intelligence and wrote about the four aspects.5
Published on Aug 24, 2023 10:56 IST