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The Siggy Blog
Expert articles on medications, conditions, and the future of mental healthcare, from the team building it.
Somatic Therapy: What It Is and What the Evidence Supports
Somatic therapy works through body sensations to ease trauma and stress. See what the research supports, where it falls short, and how it fits with clinical care.
TIPP Skills: The DBT Crisis Tool Explained
TIPP is a DBT skill for moments when emotions spike too high to think. Learn each step, the science behind it, safety tips, and when to reach out for help.
Nervous System Regulation: What the Science Actually Supports
Nervous system regulation is everywhere online. See which techniques, from slow breathing to cold water and ear devices, have real evidence and which are hype.
Anxiety and Shortness of Breath: How to Tell What's Happening
Anxiety can make you feel like you can't breathe. Learn why it happens, how it differs from heart or lung trouble, when to call 911, and what actually helps.
Anxiety Chills: Why Stress Can Leave You Cold and Shaky
Anxiety chills are real: stress pulls warmth from your hands and can set off shivering. Learn why it happens, how to tell it from illness, and what helps.
How to Reduce Anxiety Immediately: 8 Evidence-Based Strategies
Eight clinically validated strategies to reduce anxiety within minutes. A licensed PA explains the physiological mechanisms behind each technique and when to seek additional care.
How to Calm Anxiety by Working With Your Body Instead of Arguing With Your Thoughts
Learn how to calm anxiety with breathing, grounding, muscle relaxation, movement, and mindfulness, what the research shows for each, and when it's time to get help.