One of the most talked about subjects in our TS groups is stress and anxiety. There is a difference between the two – stress is the result of dealing with situations; anxiety results from stress. Certainly, reducing stress, and in turn anxiety, is a benefit not only to children and teens dealing with TS, but parents and other adults as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
With the\nadded stress created by the pandemic and uncertainty regarding the upcoming\nschool year, we want to focus on ways to relieve stress and manage anxiety. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
We realize\nthat not all of the techniques or suggestions works for everyone. But we are\nhoping that everyone can find some help by exploring the resources we\u2019ve been\nable to provide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Back in January, NJCTS hosted the webinar \u201cIntroduction to Mindfulness for Stress Reduction\u201d, presented by Anton Shcherbakov, Psy.D, BCBA.<\/strong> Research studies show that regular mindfulness practice can reduce stress, anxiety, depression, and improve overall well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Dr Shcherbakov defines mindfulness is relatively simple. It is just paying attention: <\/strong>On purpose, in the present moment, and non-judgmentally. The goal of mindfulness is meditation. \u201cWhy mindfulness? Well, there is this really interesting study that came out and found that the average American spends about 47% of their waking time thinking about things other than what they’re doing\u2026. even if we’re thinking about neutral topics, mind wandering tends to lead to reduced happiness as well. \u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n