Calming An Overactive Brain

Learning Objectives
Describe how increasing predictability and control can protect the brain against the toxic effects of chronic stress.
Outline how phobic and trauma-based thoughts can be desensitized.
Describe how maladaptive thoughts linked to anxiety, anger or sadness can be reframed through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Discuss how to effectively manage cravings.
Describe how to practice Mindfulness and Positive Psychology to produce present-centered, non-judgmental states that increase positive emotions, facilitate sleep and calm the overactive brain.