What is relative energy deficiency in sport? And how does it relate to eating disorders? How common is it? Background RED-S was first introduced as a term by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in 2014. It is a syndrome that results from energy deficits in athletes. The IOC described RED-S as “a syndrome that affects many aspects of physiological function, health, and athletic performance.” Athletes typically have higher energy needs than non-athletes....
According to psychologist David Keirsey, the ENTJ type is quite rare, accounting for a mere 2% of the population. Key ENTJ Characteristics People with this personality type enjoy spending time with other people. They have strong verbal skills and interacting with others helps them feel energized. ENTJ types prefer to think about the future rather than focus on the here-and-now. They usually find abstract and theoretical information more interesting than concrete details....
Epicurus was in agreement with other philosophers about happiness being our ultimate human pursuit, but he suggested something very different than others had proposed in terms of how that might look in our decision-making and behaviors. Many philosophers suggested that experiencing pleasure and happiness meant allowing yourself to indulge and enjoy things to excess. Epicurus, on the other hand, suggested that pleasure was found in simple living. Today, this philosophy is referred to as Epicureanism....
When you’re scared of a specific object or activity, you may avoid it. For instance, if you’re afraid of enclosed spaces, you may avoid taking the elevator, especially if it’s crowded. While avoiding it can help keep your fear at bay in the short term, it can cause your fear and anxiety to worsen in the long term. Exposure therapy can help break this cycle of fear and avoidance. It involves exposing you to the source of your fear in a safe environment....
Among the former, avoiding calorically dense foods contributes to a suppressed weight and maintenance of the disorder. Among the latter, binges often result from the pressure created by setting rigid rules against certain foods, which then become irresistible to the person who violates the rule and binges. Overcoming food avoidance is, therefore, an important therapeutic task for most patients. This avoidance behavior usually emanates from internalized dietary rules about which foods one is “permitted” to consume and a long list of “forbidden foods....
A psychologist is an individual who has completed graduate training in the field of psychology and is licensed by a specific state. In some states, individuals with a master’s degree can become licensed psychologists while in others a doctoral degree is required. A sports psychologist is a psychologist with expertise in the following areas: Performance enhancement through the use of psychological skills training, and performance improvement, imagery, and athlete’s self-talk....
Tackling all these issues at once can feel quite overwhelming, but finding the right partner is a good first step. Though the ADD behaviors that may get you in trouble are yours to address and manage, with a good partner, this task becomes a little easier. In order for the relationship to thrive, you must be compatible with this person. If you want to maintain the relationship over the long term, you must also address negative patterns that have gotten you in trouble in the past....
Professional Rehab Centers Yes, most residential treatment centers are very expensive and often require that you have good credit and good insurance to attend. However, there are many facilities that offer alternative payment options, payment assistance, or sliding-scale pricing. It doesn’t hurt to ask. Contact the facilities in your area and ask if they have any payment assistant plans for someone who lost their job or has no insurance. You may be surprised....
Signs of Groupthink Groupthink may not always be easy to discern, but there are some signs that it is present. There are also some situations where it may be more likely to occur. Janis identified a number of different “symptoms” that indicate groupthink. Illusions of unanimity lead members to believe that everyone is in agreement and feels the same way. It is often much more difficult to speak out when it seems that everyone else in the group is on the same page....
Whether it is practiced as part of yoga or meditation, or simply on its own as a relaxation strategy, coherent breathing is a simple and easy way to reduce stress and calm down when feeling anxious. Coherent Breathing is a registered trademark of Coherence LLC. Note that this article describes a general technique and not the specific protocol or products developed by Coherence LLC. Overview Every day, you breathe in and out without giving it much thought....
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), on the other hand, are used to treat depression in addition to many anxiety-related illnesses, including panic disorder (PD). They work by inhibiting the reuptake of serotonin in the brain, causing an increase of serotonin. How MAOIs Work It is believed that the brain contains several hundred different types of chemical messengers called neurotransmitters that act as communication agents between different brain cells. These chemical messengers are molecular substances that can affect mood, appetite, anxiety, sleep, heart rate, temperature, aggression, fear, and many other psychological and physical functions....
Memories can be affected when you are under periods of stress or experience some sort of disturbance in mood. Having a significant anxiety disorder like GAD can create some of these problems routinely, leaving you operating below your normal level of memory functioning. Subscribe Now: Apple Podcasts / Spotify / Google Podcasts How Anxiety Can Affect Working Memory There are several different memory systems in the brain. The long-term memory system helps us remember information and events from the distant past, whereas working memory helps us keep information in mind as we actively use it....
There are many factors that can influence how memories are retrieved from long-term memory. Obviously, this process is not always perfect. In order to fully understand this process, it is important to learn more about exactly what retrieval is as well as the many factors that can impact how memories are retrieved. Memory Retrieval Basics So what exactly is retrieval? Simply put, it is a process of accessing stored memories....
The answers depend on a great many variables. Eating disorders are complex illnesses that present with a number of psychiatric, medical, and nutritional issues. Treatment needs, and therefore costs, vary based on the severity of these factors. Unfortunately, most people in the United States who have an eating disorder do not receive any treatment at all, often in part because of the potential costs. A better understanding of the options and learning how to advocate for yourself or a family member can help you access help....
Through community workshops with minority groups in terms of race and ethnicity in 7 areas near national wildlife refuge sites, researchers explored their thoughts and feelings regarding outdoor leisure, and found that Black and Indigenous participants were particularly limited by racial trauma. Given the benefits of nature for both physical and mental health, racialized and ethnic minorities deserve equitable access to national park spaces. Community Workshop Discussions Based on 14 community workshops, racialized and ethnic minorities were invited to share feedback on how they viewed outdoor recreation, motivation and barriers for engaging with nature, and suggestions for promoting greater participation for communities of color....
We are storytellers when we share with a family member about a negative event that happened at the market. We also are storytellers when we describe the beginning of a romantic relationship. When we talk about events, characters, actions, themes, feelings, and ideas, we use storytelling techniques daily. “Here’s the story” is the way we begin some of our conversations. We share stories with others more often than we realize....
A sincere and effective apology is one that communicates genuine empathy, remorse, and regret as well as a promise to learn from your mistakes. In other words, you need to really believe you did something wrong and feel sorry for the hurt you caused. Here are some easy steps to help you learn how to apologize sincerely and effectively. Recognize the Reasons to Apologize When you’ve made a mistake or hurt another person, there are many good reasons to apologize....
To find out how people work through their grief while still honoring their loss, Verywell Mind interviewed Frank Anderson, MD, a psychotherapist and psychiatrist who specializes in the treatment of trauma. This article covers how people cope in the short- and long-term aftermaths of loss. It also discusses how to deal with negative memories or feelings of guilt. How to Cope in the Immediate Aftermath of Loss Dr. Anderson explains that, in today’s culture, there’s often a lot of pressure to move on and heal quickly after a loss....
Here are some key skills that can help you to build relationships with people that are truly supportive and sustaining. Meet New People It takes some work, but cultivating a circle of truly supportive friendships can make a huge difference in how you handle stress and life. The more people you have in your life, the more likely you are to have truly supportive relationships with at least one of them....
So whether you’re looking to increase sales, build relationships, or simply make it easier for people to find your business, having a contact button on Instagram can be a game-changer. We’ll start by explaining why it’s important to have a contact button, and then we’ll show you how to set up a business profile and add a contact button to your Instagram profile. We’ll also give you tips for optimizing your contact information and using Instagram Insights to measure your success....
