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Chris Zhang
Apr 26, 20244 min read
ACT & Functional Contextualism
Functional What? Functional contextualism, the philosophy behind the ACT model, focuses on how behavior works in various situations....
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Chris Zhang
Apr 26, 20244 min read
Navigating ADHD Treatment: A Comprehensive Program for Adults
If you have Adult ADHD, you may be wondering what your next step is. Navigating through ADHD isn't usually a very easy process; but with...
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Winky Zhou
Apr 22, 20243 min read
Discover How Colours and Brightness Levels Affect Our Moods
Colours can significantly impact our mood due to psychological and physiological responses they evoke. Warm colours like red and yellow...
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Chris Zhang
Apr 19, 20245 min read
"How Can ACT and Mindfulness Work Together for Mental Health?"
ACT is a type of therapy that combines different approaches like mindfulness and cognitive behavioral therapy. While it shares some...
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Chris Zhang
Apr 19, 20246 min read
The Foundation of ADHD Treatment: Organizing & Planning Skills
This treatment program was created to be done alongside a therapist who specializes in CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy). The strategies...
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Chris Zhang
Apr 19, 20244 min read
Socratic Questioning in CBT
What is Socratic Questioning? Socrates was an ancient Greek thinker who lived in Athens a long time ago. People see him as one of the...
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Winky Zhou
Apr 15, 20244 min read
Unraveling the Psychological Influences on Eating Habits
Healthy food patterns typically include a variety of nutrient-dense foods such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins (like...
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Chris Zhang
Apr 12, 20242 min read
ADHD in Adults: Symptom Aggravators, Treatment Hurdles, and Medical Legitimacy
What are Cognitive and Behavioral variables, and how do they affect ADHD? Cognitive components (thoughts and beliefs) can negatively...
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Chris Zhang
Apr 12, 20244 min read
The Six Core Pathological Processes of Psychological Rigidity
The 6 core pathological processes of ACT, shown above, are fusion, experiential avoidance, inflexible action, remoteness from values....
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Winky Zhou
Apr 8, 20243 min read
Exploring the Psychology of Sleep
The psychology behind sleep is a multifaceted field that encompasses various aspects of cognition, emotion, behavior, and neurobiology....
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Chris Zhang
Apr 5, 20243 min read
Uncovering the Truth: Navigating ADHD in Adulthood
What is ADHD? Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a psychiatric, medical, valid disorder. ADHD is most commonly developed...
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Chris Zhang
Apr 5, 20243 min read
Understanding Experiential Avoidance and its Impact on Mental Health
What is Experiential Avoidance? The human mind is like a problem-solving machine; when we try and problem solve things in the physical...
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Winky Zhou
Apr 2, 20243 min read
Exercise and Mental Health
Regular exercise plays a vital role in maintaining and enhancing mental health. Engaging in physical activity triggers the release of...
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Chris Zhang
Mar 26, 20243 min read
Understanding the Difference: Cognitive Fusion vs Defusion in ACT Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a form of cognitive behavioral therapy that emphasizes acceptance of one's thoughts and...
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Winky Zhou
Mar 25, 20243 min read
Exploring the Impact of Culture on Mental Health
Our mental health is profoundly influenced by our cultural background. Cultural norms, values, beliefs, and practices shape how we...
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Chris Zhang
Mar 22, 20243 min read
"Uncovering the 6 Core Ideas of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)"
What is ACT anyway? ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) is a type of psychotherapy that focuses on helping individuals develop...
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Winky Zhou
Mar 18, 20244 min read
Understanding Psychological Resilience
Psychological Resilience: This refers specifically to an individual's ability to bounce back or adapt positively to stress, adversity,...
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Winky Zhou
Mar 11, 20244 min read
Technologies Impact Against Mental Health
Technology has had both positive and negative impacts on our mental health: Positive impacts: 1. Access to information and support:...
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Winky Zhou
Mar 4, 20244 min read
Adolescent ACT: Tackling Social Anxiety
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) are both evidence-based psychotherapeutic approaches used...
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Winky Zhou
Feb 26, 20244 min read
Growth and Learning Opportunities
In our everyday lives we encounter countless situations where you have to problem solve and think critically. Majority of the time this...
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