Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Why Avoidance Can Maintain Anxiety Over the Longer Term

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Why Avoidance Can Maintain Anxiety Over the Longer Term

Imagine you feel extremely nervous about speaking in front of a group. A presentation is scheduled for Friday, so you find a reason to cancel it. Immediately, you feel better. Your heartbeat slows, the worrying stops, and you no longer have to imagine standing in front of everyone. Avoiding the situation seems like it worked … Read more

How Thoughts, Feelings, and Behaviours Influence Each Other

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How Thoughts, Feelings, and Behaviours Influence Each Other

Have you ever received a short message from someone and immediately thought, “They must be annoyed with me”? Within seconds, you might feel anxious, replay the conversation in your head, and decide not to reply. Later, you discover they were simply busy. Nothing about the original message changed. What changed was the meaning your mind … Read more