Psychische Gesundheit

How To Deal With Coronavirus Anxiety

The focus of attention is now on the pandemic, which scares people. People watch the news and immediately think "I could get sick,” or “I could die.” How to shift the focus?

As Good as It Gets: How Should You Deal With OCD?

If you frequently check the stove before leaving the house, have obsessive thoughts, or constantly want to wash your hands, then you most likely have obsessive-compulsive disorder. What is this condition, and how is it dangerous?

Psychologist, Psychotherapist, or Psychiatrist: Who To Go to With Problems?

If you are haunted by low energy, stress, and depression, and are struggling to cope with it on your own, it is worth seeking help from a specialist. However, you may not be sure who to consult. What is the difference between a psychologist, psychiatrist, and psychotherapist?

The 13 Most Common Phobias

The hallmark of any phobia is irrationality. There is no logical reason for fear, yet many of us are afraid of various things in life. Believe me, you're not alone. Millions of people all over the world successfully deal with phobias.

Don’t Panic: How to Deal With Panic Attacks

According to statistics, one-fourth of people in developed countries have experienced a panic attack at least once. How can you recognize a panic attack, and how can you avoid recurrences??

How To Stop Emotional Eating

People under stress behave in two different ways: some stop eating and lose a lot of weight, while others start emotionally eating and gain weight. In addition to negative feelings of stress, the latter also gain extra weight. What are the alternatives to emotionally eating cookies and hamburgers?

Depression: Myths and Facts

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), depression is the most common mental illness in the world. However, some people don't consider it a disease. Let’s take a look at the most common facts and myths about depression.

Should Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Be Used Instead of Sleeping Pills?

One method to get rid of insomnia is to use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques. This is best done under the guidance of a psychologist or psychotherapist, but some of them you can apply yourself. The essence of therapy is that it helps to identify, replace and control the thoughts and behaviors that cause or exacerbate sleep problems.

A Roller Coaster Ride: 8 Questions About Bipolar Disorder

The name of the roller coaster, a popular attraction, best describes the condition of a person suffering from bipolar disorder. Bipolar is marked by periods of depression alternating with periods of elation. Not surprisingly, the condition used to be called depressive — maniacal psychosis.

How the Pandemic Changed People's Mental Health

Research data on the impact of COVID-19 on mental health suggest that during the pandemic there was an increase in eating disorders and depression, alcohol and drug use, divorce, domestic violence, and suicide. Now that the worst is seemingly behind us, many people are experiencing some sort of PTSD. So how does it manifest itself?

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: FAQ

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a relatively recent "trend" in psychotherapy, which is often seen as having miraculous properties. What does it actually cure and how?

6 Signs of a Hypochondriac

Maybe you have thought at some point that you had a serious illness, but others around you tell you that you have hypochondria. How can you tell the difference between natural anxiety about staying healthy and hypochondria??

5 Questions About ADHD

The symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may interfere with work, study, home affairs, and relationships. Although this behavioral disorder is most commonly diagnosed in children, 2–5 % of people learn of the problem in adulthood. How do you manage ADHD and keep it from ruining your life?

8 Questions About Antidepressants

Many television shows, movies, and books include characters who take antidepressants to deal with depression. It seems that these pills can be taken by anyone, whenever and however they want. What are antidepressants, and how do they work?

Hygge: the Danish Way to Health

Hygge philosophy is a concept of home arrangement, which comes from the Danish concept of hygge. According to the principles of hygge, creating a warm and cozy atmosphere in the home can qualitatively improve your life, well-being, and mood.

How Stress Affects the Body

Why fight stress? After a nervous breakdown, we often calm down and move on. However, the fact is that the body is often under stress, which affects more than just the nervous system.

Stressbewältigung, wenn Minztee nicht mehr hilft

Fühlen Sie sich gestresst, auch wenn es keinen besonderen Grund dafür gibt? Haben Sie immer Beruhigungsmittel zur Hand? Denken Sie über die Einnahme von Antidepressiva nach? Probieren Sie diese 6 einfachen Tricks aus, bevor Sie den schweren Weg gehen.

Serotonin-Diät: Welche Lebensmittel machen Sie glücklicher?

Unsere Laune wird durch das endokrine System gesteuert, insbesondere durch die Neurotransmitter Dopamin, Noradrenalin und Serotonin. Beeinflusst unsere Ernährung deren Produktion? Natürlich! Werfen wir einen Blick auf eine Liste stimmungsaufhellender Lebensmittel.

Wollen Sie das Altern verlangsamen? Denken Sie positiv!

Glauben Sie, dass Vergesslichkeit und geistiger Verfall einfach zum Älterwerden dazugehören? Wie sich herausstellt, kann allein der Glaube daran ausreichen, um Gedächtnisprobleme sowie eine Verschlechterung der physischen und psychischen Gesundheit zu bewirken.

Warum haben so viele Menschen auf der Welt Probleme mit der psychischen Gesundheit?

Die Zahl der Menschen, die an der einen oder anderen Art von psychischen Problemen leiden, nimmt stetig zu. Nach Angaben der Weltgesundheitsorganisation (WHO) für das Jahr 2019 (dem Jahr, in dem die größte Studie in diesem Bereich durchgeführt wurde) hat jeder achte Mensch auf der Welt, d.h. insgesamt 970 Millionen Menschen, Probleme mit der psychischen Gesundheit. Es besteht kein Zweifel, dass diese Zahl seit der COVID-19-Pandemie gestiegen ist und weiter zunimmt. Was sind die Ursachen? Spoiler: Es gibt viele!

Mobile Therapie: 6 Apps für die psychische Gesundheitspflege

Apps für Menschen mit bestimmten psychischen Problemen werden weltweit immer beliebter. Solche Apps können zur Selbsthilfe, zur Linderung von Symptomen und als Ergänzung zu einer professionellen Therapie eingesetzt werden. Wie unterscheiden sie sich voneinander?

Welche Vitamine helfen, Stress zu lindern?

Bei ernsthaften Angststörungen können Vitamine allein das Problem nicht lösen. Wenn Stress jedoch zu einem Teil Ihres täglichen Lebens geworden ist, sind bestimmte Vitamine und Mineralstoffe unerlässlich, um Ihren Körper – insbesondere Ihr Nervensystem – zu unterstützen.

How to Handle the "Holiday Blues"

During the holidays, mental disorders are often aggravated. Even people who are mentally healthy can experience a worsening mental state. Why does this happen, and how can you prevent it?