Clutter Unraveled: The Intersection of ADHD and Hoarding Disorder
Learn about the complex and seemingly shared causes of clutter in ADHD and hoarding disorder, from executive dysfunction and emotional dysregulation to decluttering avoidance. Treatment for co-occurring conditions is essential. Depression and anxiety commonly occur with ADHD and HD. Loss of motivation in the former and excessive worry in the latter cause further difficulties with executive functioning and exacerbate problems with clutter and disorganization. All individuals with HD should be screened for ADHD. Stimulant medication can help reduce ADHD symptoms that contribute to disorganized living spaces. Read the Full Article and Learn More!
Helping Clients Sleep Better during COVID-19
Oliver is a 63-year-old electrical engineer who retired just a few months before the pandemic hit. Although Oliver lived alone, he had filled his life with interesting friends from around the world. Oliver was an avid birder and had planned to spend his retirement years traveling with fellow birders and photographing and building his catalog of bird sightings. The Covid-19 pandemic changed everything. Although Oliver suffered with intermittent insomnia over the years, these episodes typically resolved within a few weeks because he was able to maintain his sleep habits and daily routines. This time, however, Oliver’s insomnia lingered as the pandemic disrupted these habits and routines. Week after week, Oliver’s sleep difficulties worsened. Two body systems influence our sleep: the sleep-wake homeostasis and the circadian biological clock. Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) includes interventions that target these two systems in order to re-regulate the sleep system. We made four changes that influenced these systems and corrected Oliver’s insomnia. . . Read the Full Article at The Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy
The Clutter in Your Life: Understanding Hoarding Behaviors
Dr. Michael Tompkins “The Clutter in Your Life: Understanding Hoarding Behaviors” About Your Health with Renner, KPFA 94.1 FM January 30, 2017 Join Nurse Rona and her guests, Dr. Michael A. Tompkins and David Bain, to discuss the factors of hoarding. Compulsive hoarding is a common, serious, and treatable behavior, that can have significant negative effects on people who struggle with it and their families.
New Radio Interview – Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Depression
Dr. Monique Thompson KPFA Radio – About Health November 23rd, 2020 Dr. Thompson talks about her new book Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Depression: Essential Strategies to Manage Negative Thoughts and Start Living Your Life Join Nurse Rona in conversation with Monique Thompson, Ph.D., about her new book, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Depression. During these stressful times, many people are feeling anxious and depressed, and some people are struggling with grief from the loss of a loved one. Depression is one of the most common mood disorders, although no two people are affected the same way by depression.
Dr. Michael Tompkins – Sanity Podcast
Dr. Michael Tompkins Sanity Podcast August 30th, 2020 So many people are looking to live happier more stress-free lives. We provide interviews with mental health experts across various fields because we know finding quality information isn’t always easy. Let’s find more sanity together. On today’s episode, Dr. Michael Tompkins talks on a transdiagnostic framework of treatment, which is focused in increasing willingness to experiential approach. This approach can be found in his new book “The Anxiety and Depression Workbook: Simple, Effective CBT Techniques to Manage Moods and Feel Better Now.”
Dr. Michael Tompkins – Sanity Podcast
Dr. Michael Tompkins Sanity Podcast September 20th, 2020 Dr. Michael Tompkins describes insomnia and its treatment. He covers topics such as sleep disruptors and enhancers, and strategies to sleep better and longer.
Dr. Joan Davidson – The OCD Stories
Dr. Joan Davidson Your ERP Questions Answered: Part 2 www.theocdstories.com February 9, 2019
Dr. Michael Tompkins – Tidying Up
Dr. Michael Tompkins “Marie Kondo’s tidying isn’t just about appearances. There’s a psychological and spiritual upside, too” CNN January 18, 2019
Dr. Michael Tompkins – Help I Can’t Sleep
Dr. Michael Tompkins “Help, I Can’t Sleep” Future Tech Podcast January 1, 2019 Dr. Michael Tompkins describes insomnia and its treatment. He covers topics such as sleep disruptors and enhancers, and strategies to sleep better and longer.
Sleep! Why It’s Important And How To Get It
Dr. Michael Tompkins & Dr. Monique Thompson “Sleep! Why It’s Important And How To Get It” About Health with Rona Renner, KPFA 94.1 FM October 15, 2018 If you’re having trouble sleeping, you’re not alone. About 25% of Americans experience acute insomnia each year. Good sleep is essential for your physical and emotional health. A first step in getting a good night sleep is to learn about what helps and what hinders sleep.