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Responses to trauma were for many years overlooked and understudied, but clear evidence of lasting effects following... [![A man sitting at a desk with his eyes closed and his hands on his forehead.](https://reallifecounseling.us/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/How-to-Cope-with-an-Anxiety-Attack.jpg?width=365&name=How-to-Cope-with-an-Anxiety-Attack.jpg) ](https://reallifecounseling.us/blog/persistent-depressive-disorder) ## [What is Persistent Depressive Disorder](https://reallifecounseling.us/blog/persistent-depressive-disorder) **Persistent depressive disorder** (PDD), also known as dysthymia, is a chronic, low-grade form of depression. While not as intense as a major depressive disorder, PDD can leave you feeling unhappy for... 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[![A graphic that reads ](https://reallifecounseling.us/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/positiveblogpic1.jpg?width=365&name=positiveblogpic1.jpg) ](https://reallifecounseling.us/blog/positive-psychology) ## [Positive Psychology](https://reallifecounseling.us/blog/positive-psychology) What is **Positive Psychology**? [![A person silhouetted against a purple and blue sunrise looks out across a lake.](https://reallifecounseling.us/hs-fs/hubfs/A%20person%20silhouetted%20against%20a%20purple%20and%20blue%20sunrise%20looks%20out%20across%20a%20lake.png?width=365&name=A%20person%20silhouetted%20against%20a%20purple%20and%20blue%20sunrise%20looks%20out%20across%20a%20lake.png) ](https://reallifecounseling.us/blog/dealing-with-insomnia) ## [I Can't Sleep! Dealing with Insomnia](https://reallifecounseling.us/blog/dealing-with-insomnia) **What’s Insomnia?** Insomnia is a condition where you may have trouble falling asleep, waking up early, or a combination. You may wake up not feeling rested and may find yourself falling asleep during... [![A person wearing a dark jacket holding their hands out while holding a lightbulb full of bright lights.](https://reallifecounseling.us/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/AmyPerryStinkingThinking-140624-1024x821.jpg?width=365&name=AmyPerryStinkingThinking-140624-1024x821.jpg) ](https://reallifecounseling.us/blog/self-sabotage-stinkin-thinkin) ## [Challenge Your Stinkin' Thinkin'](https://reallifecounseling.us/blog/self-sabotage-stinkin-thinkin) “I’m too fat.” “I’m stupid. I’m never going to pass this test.” “Nobody likes me.” “I’ll embarrass myself if I try.” “I’m a failure.” “I’m too ugly. Nobody’s ever going to like me.” [![A closeup of a mobile device with various colorful apps installed against a black screen. ](https://reallifecounseling.us/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/ThePowerofWords.jpg?width=365&name=ThePowerofWords.jpg) ](https://reallifecounseling.us/blog/the-power-of-words) ## [The Power of Words](https://reallifecounseling.us/blog/the-power-of-words) Words can be taken for granted in an age where technology allows us to publicize our thoughts instantly. Even the most extraordinary comments eventually fade into the endless stream of other posts.... [![A person looking off to the left side of the screen with hair blowing against their face. ](https://reallifecounseling.us/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/generalized-anxiety.jpg?width=365&name=generalized-anxiety.jpg) ](https://reallifecounseling.us/blog/generalized-anxiety) ## [Generalized Anxiety. Do I have It?](https://reallifecounseling.us/blog/generalized-anxiety) We have all experienced those butterflies in our stomachs, a heavy pit in our throats, or a rush of energy through our bodies. Some of these sensations are normal and to be expected before a big... 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