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Table of Contents What is Attachment Theory? Secure attachment Anxious attachment Avoidant attachment Disorganized attachment Secure Attachment Style in Relationships  How To Promote Secure Attachment in Children What Each Attachment Style Looks Like in Children What does secure attachment look like as an adult?   Benefits of a secure attachment Which attachment style are you?  How …

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Table of Contents What are the main symptoms of depression? How does depression impact your brain? Common forms of depression How depression shows up in your daily life How does depression make you feel? Tired Unmotivated Numb Hopeless How can you cope with depression? Lean on your loved ones Practice good sleep hygiene Maintain a …

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Table of Contents Understanding teenage depression Symptoms of teen depression Hidden signs of teenage depression  Common risk factors for depression in teens  Can adolescents take antidepressants? Which antidepressants are safe for teenagers? Antidepressants for teens: common safety concerns parents express Common side effects of antidepressants for teens What are the long-term effects of antidepressants? What …

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Table of Contents What is anticipatory anxiety? Causes and triggers of anticipatory anxiety Future event triggers: Potential future threat/scenarios: Anticipatory Anxiety vs. Generalized Anxiety Disorder What are the symptoms of anticipatory anxiety? How can you ease anticipatory anxiety?  1. Mindfulness 2. Progressive muscle relaxation 3. Practice positive affirmations 4. Confide in loved ones  5. When …

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Table of Contents What is Agoraphobia? What is Social Anxiety Disorder? Symptoms of Agoraphobia vs Social Anxiety What’s the difference between agoraphobia and social anxiety? Can you have both? How to treat agoraphobia and social anxiety Talk therapy Exposure therapy Medication Find the right online psychiatrist in Maryland for you  Seek Treatment for Social Anxiety …

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Table of Contents What is an anxiety attack?  What anxiety attack triggers might look like What can trigger anxiety attacks at night? The accumulation of triggers Poor sleep hygiene Overdoing caffeine Fewer distractions How can you calm anxiety attacks at night? Try journaling Read a book Stretch your body Set a sleep routine Try meditation …

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Table of Contents How are anxiety and anger related? Why do you feel angry when you’re anxious? How can the fight or flight response lead to anger? Common Signs of Anxiety and Anger How do you cope with anger outbursts? Get some exercise‍ Listen to music‍ Respond, don’t react Count to 10 What if coping …

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Table of Contents What is Online Psychiatry? Which Patients Might Benefit Most From Online Psychiatry Appointments? Benefits of Online Psychiatry What Happens at Your First Online Psychiatry Appointment? What You Need For Your First Online Psychiatry Appointment How Can You Prepare for an Online Psychiatry Appointment? 1. Pick a Quiet Place 2. Check Your Camera …

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Table of Contents What is anxiety? Who experiences anxiety?  How common are anxiety disorders?  When should I seek emergency care for my chest pain? What are other symptoms of anxiety? Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Panic Disorder Social Anxiety Disorder Phobia-Related Disorders How is anxiety treated? Medication Therapy Find the right online psychiatrist for you  Seek …

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Table of Contents What is depression?  What should you do if your depression gets worse? Signs of worsening depression 7 reasons for worsening depression   1. Poor sleep quality 2. Substance use 3. Medication side effects 4. Life changes 5. Stress 6. Physical pain 7. Social isolation Don’t forget medical conditions, poor diet, and lack of …

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