On AlterNet: psychotherapy

Stories, blog posts, and videos tagged as "psychotherapy"

80% of Post-Traumatic Stress Sufferers Lost Symptoms After Taking Ecstasy -- Study's Results

Craig K Comstock, AlterNet. July 23, 2010.

Study's conclusion -- new drug could "offer sufferers a vital window with reduced fear responses where psychotherapy can take effect."

The New Field of Neurodiversity: Why 'Disabilities' Are Essential to the Human Ecosystem

Thomas Armstrong, Ode. June 8, 2010.

Differences among brains are as enriching -- and essential -- as differences among plants and animals. Welcome to the new field of neurodiversity.

Shame-o-Phobia: Why Men Fear Therapy

David Wexler, Psychotherapy Networker. June 4, 2010.

Not every man is as willing to sit down and share as Alexander Portnoy, the shameless hero of Philip Roth's book. Why is it hard for some men to go to therapy?

Does It Make Sense to Treat Depression with Drugs?

Bruce E. Levine, AlterNet. August 15, 2008.

Depression is rooted in overwhelming emotional pain. Talk therapy is a successful, commonsense antidote, but pushing pills pays more.