Self-soothing is defined as an individual's efforts or capacity to calm themselves while in a state of emotional distress (Wright, 2009). It is a key aspect of well-being as it helps us stay regulated ...

Medically reviewed by Geralyn Dexter, PhD, LMHC Key Takeaways Dialectical behavior therapy helps people manage intense ...

DBT is a form of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) that was first developed in the 1980s by psychologist Marsha Linehan, PhD, at the University of Washington in Seattle, according to the Association ...