According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, trauma is defined as any situation in which a person is exposed to scenes of actual or imminent death, serious physical injury, or sexual assault, whether as a direct victim, close to the victim, or as a witness.
Perhaps you’ve heard others say this phrase. Maybe you’ve even said it yourself in stressful situations. But what exactly does it mean to be in crisis? A mental health crisis refers to an individual’s reaction to a traumatic event or situation. Being in crisis means you are extremely overwhelmed by the situation, and your coping…
The new year has begun, bringing with it a lot of uncertainty. Questions like what will happen to my job, my health, my family’s health, my relationship, my finances, among others, arise. These questions may be normal, part of daily concerns, but sometimes they can become compulsive, disturbing thoughts that produce another type of negative symptoms.
Anxiety disorders are the most prevalent psychiatric conditions in the community worldwide. In Puerto Rico, they are also the most prevalent conditions, and it is estimated that more than 600,000 Puerto Ricans are affected by an anxiety disorder throughout their lives. But what is anxiety? Sometimes, people confuse worries with anxiety.
La Asociación Americana de Psicología (APA) define la duda como una falta de confianza o incertidumbre sobre algo o alguien, incluyendo a uno mismo.
Demands, disorganization, indecision, and negative self-talk are some examples of self-sabotage. Self-sabotage is an act that hinders our achievements.
Motivation is a fundamental factor in people’s lives, as it drives action and leads us to pursue goals and objectives. However, at times, we may experience low motivation that affects our well-being and performance.
Breathing plays a fundamental role in psychology and the emotional and mental well-being of individuals.
The compulsive mind refers to a pattern of repetitive, intrusive, and persistent thoughts that generate anxiety, worry, or distress in a person.
Recently in Puerto Rico, a series of extreme car accidents have been observed, where innocent people have lost their lives.
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