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The Life-Changing Power of Embracing Rejection
lifestyle1 year ago

The Life-Changing Power of Embracing Rejection

Rejection therapy, a trend gaining popularity on social media, involves intentionally seeking rejection to desensitize oneself to it and boost confidence. While not officially recognized as therapy, some individuals, like TikTok user Sophie Jones, report significant personal growth and reduced fear of judgment. However, psychologists caution that it may not be suitable for everyone, especially those with severe social anxiety, and emphasize the importance of understanding the root causes of rejection fears. Experts suggest that while rejection therapy can be a useful self-help tool, it lacks the tailored approach of established therapies like CBT.

"Breakthrough Study Links Gut Microbiota to Social Anxiety Disorder Treatment"
health-and-science2 years ago

"Breakthrough Study Links Gut Microbiota to Social Anxiety Disorder Treatment"

Researchers have discovered a link between the gut microbiome and social anxiety disorder (SAD). A study from University College Cork found that mice receiving gut microbes from humans with SAD exhibited more social fear after conditioning with electric shocks compared to mice with microbes from non-anxious individuals. The study also noted lower levels of social hormones and changes in immune response in the SAD microbiome mice, suggesting that the gut-brain axis plays a significant role in mental health and could lead to new treatments for conditions like social anxiety.