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Treatment of Psychogenic Depression — Clinical Protocol
Integration of short-term cognitive restructuring and long-term preventive strategy. Based on 17 years of clinical practice — full remission in mild and moderate psychogenic depression without antidepressants.
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Clinical Protocol
Treatment of Psychogenic Depression — Clinical Protocol
Short-term cognitive restructuring + long-term preventive strategy. 17 years of practice, longitudinal outcomes, full remission without antidepressants.
Clinical Protocol
Nocturnal Enuresis — Modified Alarm Protocol
10-week structured programme. n=240 clinical cases, full remission in 80% of cases. Fluid loading, active parental involvement, Kegel exercises.
Clinical Psychology
How Does CBT Work for Depression?
The cognitive-behavioural therapy triangle, automatic thoughts, behavioural activation and evidence-based effectiveness. Based on Beck Institute, NICE and APA guidelines.
Clinical Psychology
Depression vs Sadness — What is the Difference?
7 clinical criteria per DSM-5, distinction from sadness, risk factors. Recognising major depressive disorder — based on APA and WHO materials.
Clinical Psychology
Antidepressants — Facts and Myths
What SSRIs are, whether they cause dependency, whether they can be taken for life — evidence-based answers to the most common questions.
Clinical Psychology
Postpartum Depression — Recognise and Treat
Depression after childbirth affects 15–20% of mothers. Distinction from "baby blues", risk factors and treatment pathways.
Clinical Psychology
Seasonal Depression (SAD) and Light Therapy
Depression that begins in winter and lifts in spring — circadian rhythm, melatonin and 10,000 lux light therapy.
Clinical Psychology
What to Do During a Panic Attack? — 3 Techniques
4-7-8 breathing, 5-4-3-2-1 grounding and the acceptance technique — proven tools during an episode.
Clinical Psychology
What Happens in the Brain During a Panic Attack?
The amygdala, "false alarm", adrenaline surge — the neurobiology of a panic attack explained in plain language.
Clinical Psychology
Agoraphobia — From Panic Attacks to Social Isolation
Why do people stop being able to leave home after panic attacks? How avoidance behaviour deepens and pathways to treatment.
Clinical Psychology
How Does CBT Work for Panic Disorder?
Dedicated CBT protocol for panic: psychoeducation, interoceptive exposure, in vivo exposure.
Clinical Psychology
7 Myths About Panic Attacks and Scientific Answers
"You can die from a panic attack", "you'll lose your mind", "it's a sign of weakness" — common myths and evidence-based responses.
Enuresis
Child Wetting the Bed at Night — 5 Common Misconceptions
"It will go away on its own", "stop letting them drink water", "scold them" — common beliefs and scientific responses based on ICCS and NICE.
Enuresis
PMNE — Primary Monosymptomatic Nocturnal Enuresis
4 types of enuresis, diagnostic criteria, international treatment protocol (ICCS 2020).
Enuresis
How Does the Alarm Device Work? — International Protocol
The operating principle of the alarm device for enuresis (Pavlovian conditioning) and the 12-week application protocol.
Enuresis
Desmopressin and Imipramine — Medications
When desmopressin is prescribed, why imipramine is not recommended — answers from international protocols.
Enuresis
7 Practical Tips for Parents
How to support a child during treatment — fluid schedule, setbacks, travel, motivation.
Family Therapy
5 Principles of Resolving Family Conflict
5 principles based on 40 years of research at the Gottman Institute — predicts divorce risk with 90% accuracy.
Family Therapy
7 Signs of a Toxic Relationship — Recognise and Leave
Criticism, gaslighting, isolation, financial control — 7 clinical signs distinguishing healthy relationships from toxic ones.
Family Therapy
Family on the Brink of Divorce — Therapy or Separation?
Which families can be saved, and which cannot? Clinical criteria and the discernment counselling protocol.
Family Therapy
How to Argue Constructively as a Couple
The Gottman method — soft start-up, the four horsemen, the pause rule, repair attempts. 7 rules for constructive disagreement.
Family Therapy
How to Rebuild Trust After It Has Been Broken
Infidelity, lies, breach of trust — a 4-stage clinical recovery protocol. Structured process over 12–24 months.
Child Therapy
Your Teenager Won't Talk to You — It's Not Your Fault
Ages 13–17 — the most intensive period of brain development. Why parents seem like "enemies" and what to do about it.
Child Therapy
Child Behaviour Problems — Commands & Punishment vs Understanding
Aggression, disobedience, school refusal — these are misunderstood emotional signals. 5 typical behaviours and their true causes.
Child Therapy
A Child After Divorce — How to Help
Divorce doesn't harm children — what harms them is how it happens. 5 practical rules and age-specific reactions.
Child Therapy
School Refusal — 5 Real Causes
Social anxiety, academic difficulties, separation anxiety, depression, trauma. A gradual return protocol.
Child Therapy
Saying "No" to a Child — How to Set Healthy Boundaries
Love and rules are not contradictory. Baumrind's parenting styles and 5 practical situations.
Clinical Psychology
Social Phobia — It's Not Just Shyness
The difference between shyness and clinical social anxiety, DSM-5 criteria and treatment pathways.
Clinical Psychology
Fear of Public Speaking — CBT and Exposure
Glossophobia — the most common form of social phobia. CBT, exposure hierarchy and the Toastmasters strategy.
Clinical Psychology
Blushing and Sweating — Social Reactions
Erythrophobia, hyperhidrosis, trembling — physical symptoms of social anxiety and the "spotlight effect" research.
Clinical Psychology
Social Anxiety vs Introversion — What is the Difference?
Introversion is a healthy personality trait. Social anxiety is a clinical condition. How to tell one from the other.
Clinical Psychology
Social Media Anxiety — A New Form
FOMO, endless comparison, chasing likes — psychological challenges of social media and intervention strategies.
For Psychologists
A Good Psychologist Is Never Out of Work — Why?
Why professional psychologists are always in demand and what it takes to become a good one. Career path and realistic financial prospects.
For Psychologists
Clinical vs General Psychology — Differences and Choices
The difference between the two branches of psychology, which path is right for you, and the hybrid approach.
For Psychologists
How to Find Your First Clients as a New Psychologist
Starting a psychology practice after graduation — networking, marketing, the corporate sector and a first-6-months plan.
For Psychologists
Supervision — The Psychologist's Permanent Teacher
What supervision is, who needs it, individual vs group, how to choose a supervisor properly.
For Psychologists
Self-Care for Psychologists — Protection Against Burnout
Burnout in the psychology profession affects 40–60%. The Maslach model, vicarious trauma and a 30-day self-care plan.