Grace Behavioral Health Services

Grace Behavioral Health Services Mary Rolison, Ph.D. Licensed Psychologist

A therapist can help you grow more aware of what triggers your stress, how to recognize it when it's getting out of hand...
06/02/2023

A therapist can help you grow more aware of what triggers your stress, how to recognize it when it's getting out of hand, and how to respond effectively before it takes a toll on your health and well-being.
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Chronic   can cause physical changes in the brain, leading to mental health issues such as anxiety disorders and mood di...
05/26/2023

Chronic can cause physical changes in the brain, leading to mental health issues such as anxiety disorders and mood disorders like depression. It can also interfere with decision-making processes by impairing judgment and our ability to think clearly and objectively about daily situations.
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The most obvious effect of stress on the body is physical pain - from headaches to backaches to stomach aches. Still, th...
05/18/2023

The most obvious effect of stress on the body is physical pain - from headaches to backaches to stomach aches. Still, there are other effects. High levels of stress hormones over time can depress the immune system, leaving you susceptible to illness or exacerbating existing conditions like asthma or allergies.
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Stress is the perception of danger that sets off an automatic response system (the fight-or-flight response) activated t...
05/10/2023

Stress is the perception of danger that sets off an automatic response system (the fight-or-flight response) activated through hormonal signals.
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No matter what, there are ways for everyone and all personality types to boost productivity, including: -Keeping a routi...
04/21/2023

No matter what, there are ways for everyone and all personality types to boost productivity, including:

-Keeping a routine and daily or weekly to-do list to help you stay organized and on track.

-Minimizing technology use and working on tasks one at a time to maintain focus.

-Setting smaller goals rather than trying to accomplish everything at once.

-Maintain healthy eating, sleeping, and exercise habits to boost mental energy and efficiency.

Consider working with a therapist if you are looking for additional guidance and tools to enhance productivity. A therapist can help you explore the best techniques for your personality and find ways to overcome obstacles.

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Internal & External Motivation: When we're motivated to achieve a goal, we're more likely to put in the effort required ...
04/21/2023

Internal & External Motivation: When we're motivated to achieve a goal, we're more likely to put in the effort required to reach that goal. Motivation can come from external factors, such as support from others or a desire to fulfill basic needs like meeting a deadline, or internal factors, such as emotions or a desire to be perceived a certain way.

Personality Traits: Certain personality traits are more likely to lead to productive behavior than others. For example, those who are higher in conscientiousness are often more organized and diligent; they tend to follow through on tasks better than those who are not as conscientious.

Even if you fall on the more laid-back end of the spectrum, you have advantageous characteristics, including flexibility, adaptability, and generally lower levels of stress and anxiety, that can also play a key role in productivity.

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Simply put, productivity is the rate at which we produce output. It's often used in reference to work, but productivity ...
04/21/2023

Simply put, productivity is the rate at which we produce output. It's often used in reference to work, but productivity can apply to any area of life. For example, we can be productive in our relationships, with our health and fitness goals, or in how we manage our time.

A few key factors influence our productivity levels, including our personality traits, motivation, and even our environment.

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How Therapy Can Help Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention are two treatments that can...
03/28/2023

How Therapy Can Help



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention are two treatments that can help manage compulsive behaviors.



Exposure and Response Prevention involves gradually exposing the individual to the source of their anxiety or compulsive behavior. For example, a person with OCD who fears contamination may be gradually exposed to dirty objects in a controlled setting under the guidance of a therapist.



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on changing how an individual thinks and behaves to reduce negative thoughts and improve mood and behavior.



Here are some ways that CBT can help:



1. Identify triggers: CBT can help individuals identify what triggers their compulsive behavior. For example, a person with a shopping addiction may be triggered by stress or boredom.

2. Challenge negative thoughts: CBT can help individuals challenge negative thoughts contributing to compulsive behavior. For example, a person with a hoarding disorder may believe that they need to keep everything, even if it has no value. A therapist can help the individual challenge this thought by asking questions like, "What would happen if you got rid of this item?"

3. Develop coping strategies: CBT can help individuals develop coping strategies to manage compulsive behaviors. For example, a person with exercise addiction may be taught to replace compulsive exercise with another activity, like meditation or yoga.

4. Improve problem-solving skills: CBT can help individuals improve their problem-solving skills to manage compulsive behaviors more effectively. For example, a person with a gambling addiction may be taught how to avoid high-risk situations, like going to a casino.



Overall, both therapy types effectively manage compulsive behaviors by helping individuals identify their triggers and develop coping strategies. If you are caught in a pattern of repetitive actions, a mental health professional can help determine the right treatment approach for you.

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For example, someone with OCD may develop compulsive behaviors to reduce distress. However, compulsive behaviors only of...
03/28/2023

For example, someone with OCD may develop compulsive behaviors to reduce distress. However, compulsive behaviors only offer relief in the short term; typically, they contribute to unhealthy thought and behavioral patterns that can worsen anxiety over time.

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There are many compulsive behaviors, each with unique challenges and symptoms. From compulsive exercise and buying to ga...
03/28/2023

There are many compulsive behaviors, each with unique challenges and symptoms. From compulsive exercise and buying to gambling and hoarding disorders, common activities can lead to compulsions when underlying factors like stress, childhood trauma, and anxiety are present.

For example, someone with OCD may develop compulsive behaviors to reduce distress. However, compulsive behaviors only offer relief in the short term; typically, they contribute to unhealthy thought and behavioral patterns that can worsen anxiety over time.

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One sign that you may be experiencing loneliness is if you find yourself inauthentically connecting with others.This cou...
02/22/2023

One sign that you may be experiencing loneliness is if you find yourself inauthentically connecting with others.

This could look like having shallow relationships, where you and the other person(s) only ever talk about surface-level topics and never really get to know each other. Inauthentic relationships can leave you feeling isolated and alone, despite the number of relationships you have or the frequency of interactions.

When determining whether loneliness affects you, it's important to know the difference being loneliness and being alone. Loneliness is an emotion that arises when one feels a lack of companionship or social interaction.

Other common signs of loneliness include feeling isolated or disconnected from others, like no one understands you, and like you're always on the outside looking in.

If you're experiencing any of these feelings and thoughts, ask yourself if there is something you can do to change your situation. Sometimes, reaching out to others and connecting on a deeper level can make all the difference.

No matter what, many resources, like therapy, are available to help you if you are struggling with loneliness. Through therapy, a person can better understand their

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Feeling lonely can be distressing and harm your mental and physical health. So if you're struggling with loneliness, it'...
02/14/2023

Feeling lonely can be distressing and harm your mental and physical health. So if you're struggling with loneliness, it's important to explore what's going on in your life to make you feel this way and how to resolve it.

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