The CBT Podcast

Learning healthy and effective coping skills can help you live a fuller life and manage some of the symptoms you are experiencing with PTSD. However, it is important to also seek help from a qualified professional who can help you move toward recovery and healing.

Welcome back to another episode. In our topic today, we have two vibrant young men who will be taking us through - Getting into the field of Psychology. They will be sharing some of the experiences, challenges, opportunities and future expectations in Mental Health. 

Not everyone reacts to traumatic events in the same way or experiences the same symptoms. Each person’s response is unique. Also, not everyone who experiences trauma will develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). You might have experienced the same type of trauma as someone else and be affected differently.

We invite you to listen in as we discuss the Five Types of PTSD. Also kindly leave a comment or any suggestion regarding our podcasts.

People with PTSD have intense, disturbing thoughts related to their experience that last long after the traumatic event has ended. Most survivors of trauma return to normal given a little time. However, some people will have stress reactions that do not go away on their own or may even get worse over time. These individuals may develop PTSD. A diagnosis of PTSD requires exposure to an upsetting traumatic event. However, exposure could be indirect rather than first hand.

Behavioral addictions or non-substance addictions, like gambling addiction, are a set of behaviors that a person becomes dependent on and craves. While no one doubts the existence of physical addictions to different substances, behavioral addictions are still hotly debated and outright disregarded by many doctors, institutions, and everyday people. Listen in to learn more on behavioral addictions 

 Behavioral addictions are more common than most people realize. Although there are different types of addictive behaviors, results vary among individuals. For some people, the behavior is compulsive and is characterized by frequent engagement in it despite negative consequences, while others may engage in a behavioral addiction infrequently and choose to avoid its effects or even involvement with it altogether. 

In this episode, you'll get  to hear what our panellists have to say on dealing with addictive behaviors.  

(PTSD) Post-traumatic stress disorder is a mental health condition that can last for months or years, triggered by a terrifying event and accompanied by intense emotional and physical reactions. Symptoms may include nightmares or flashbacks, avoidance of situations that bring back the trauma, heightened reactivity to stimuli and anxiety or depressed mood. Treatment includes different types of psychotherapy as well as medications to manage symptoms. Listen to this episode and get to know all you need to know about PTSD.

 Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders. It can present itself as ADD (attention-deficit disorder) or ADHD (attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder). Both are typically first diagnosed in childhood and often last into adulthood. Children with ADHD may have trouble paying attention, controlling impulsive behaviors (may act without thinking about what the result will be), or being overly active. Listen in to learn ways to deal with ADHD.

 Personal growth and development is an ongoing process that requires constant attention and diligence. Personal growth requires us to work on ourselves in order to improve. Personal development focuses on improving our talents, skills, and abilities so that we are more effective with our time and efforts. In this podcast, we explore the concept of personal growth and development and what it really means. By understanding this concept, you can better adhere to the tasks and habits that will enable you to grow as an individual.

Emotion regulation is an ability to respond in constructive ways to intense or overwhelming emotions. It occurs when someone manages to keep strong or extreme emotions under wraps so they do not become overwhelming. Small squabbles and everyday stressors may still be felt very strongly but the person is able to respond in constructive ways . A person's ability to regulate emotions can lead to better social skills and lower stress levels. This can also raise a person's self-esteem because they will have greater confidence that they can cope with daily stressors and family problems.

Looking for ways to manage your emotions?