Before reading this article, make sure it is stress and anxiety causing the tongue problems and not something else serious. What is Tongue Stress? ‘Tongue Stress’ happens when emotional or physical stress and anxiety triggers discomfort or pain in your tongue. When you are tense, you might unconsciously press your tongue against the roof of […]
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Statistics on Anxiety: Anxiety states are the most common mental health conditions worldwide, affecting approximately 301 million people in 2019. Symptoms of anxiety often start during childhood or adolescence. If left un-dealt with, it can significantly impair daily life, relationships, and overall well-being. Causes of Mental and Emotional Anxiety Identifying Symptoms of Mental and Emotional Anxiety Emotional
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Internal Stressors: Internal stressors come from within you – thoughts and feelings inside your mind. They are fuelled by your own beliefs and how you see yourself. For example, when you feel pressure when not meeting your expectations or goals, that’s an internal stressor. External stressors, on the other hand, come from outside of you. These are events or things happening in
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Exam stress is that fluttery feeling in your stomach when you are about to take a big math test and worried about remembering all the integral and derivative formulas. It refers to the feelings of tension, worry, and nervousness students experience before, during, or after taking an examination. The purpose of this article is to help students understand what exam stress
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Have you ever had one of those days when you’re feeling sad for no reason? Well, everyone has those days, and it’s totally normal to feel sad at times. But here’s the good news – You can take charge by engaging in your hobbies, chatting with a friend, or diving into your favourite book – whatever floats your boat. With “your” special ways
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Imagine this: you’re stressed about a test tomorrow, forgetting to finish that project for school, about not having enough time to hang out with friends, and on top of all that, you start stressing about being stressed! It’s like you’re in a never-ending loop of worry and anxiety that makes the feeling of ‘being stressed’ even more
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CBT techniques for triggers involves changing thoughts and behaviors. These techniques include mindfulness, thought diaries, and cognitive restructuring. They aim to identify and challenge negative thoughts associated with triggers. What is CBT? Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a form of psychotherapy that aims at pinpointing and modifying unhealthy thought processes and actions to improve them.
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What is EMDR? EMDR, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, is a psychotherapy technique used to relieve distress associated with traumatic memories or experiences. It targets traumatic memories through techniques like: What is CBT? Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a type of psychotherapy that focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors to promote
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What is Eustress? Eustress, or Good Stress, is a type of stress that yields beneficial outcomes in our lives after facing stressful situations. For example, when preparing for a favorite exam, you might experience feelings of nervousness and anxiety pre-exam. However, as you delve deeper and conquer challenging topics, you feel a sense of achievement and
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What is Hormetic Stress? Hormetic Stress Definition: The beneficial and adaptive response of the human body to mild stressors. When exposed to manageable stress levels, such as moderate exercise, cognitive stress from thinking, or hobbies, the body stimulates positive responses at the cellular and molecular levels, enhancing the body’s overall well-being. Example: The controlled exposure
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