3 Reasons Why Getting Better Can Feel Worse

Описание: Improving mental health doesn't always translate to feeling emotionally better. It's a dangerous assumption that can lead to discouragement.

Despite working diligently on therapies or medications, feeling stagnant is a common experience. As pathological feelings decrease, non-pathological ones may emerge, revealing newfound vulnerability.

I'm breaking down three reasons why this can happen, what these things actually mean, and some ideas for what you can do about them.

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