When you’re trying to comfort someone trapped in an avalanche of anxious thoughts, it’s best to prioritize “presence over advice,” says Jaime Fleischer, director of therapy at Headspace, “and ...
Even if you mean well, these phrases usually hurt more than they help. Here’s what to say instead to show a loved one with OCD you’re there for them.
Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR): Besides CBT, EMDR therapy can also be an effective tool for social anxiety, as it helps identify and work through traumatic experiences that may ...
Haupt is a health and wellness editor at TIME. Haupt is a health and wellness editor at TIME. When you have social anxiety, walking into a room full of people can make you feel like every eyeball in ...