Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, known as ACT, is an evidence-based psychological framework that teaches people to accept difficult thoughts and feelings rather than fighting them, while committing to actions aligned with their values. The goal is not to eliminate suffering but...
Full concept →Hypervigilance is a state of heightened alertness in which your nervous system is constantly scanning for danger, even in safe environments - a common response to chronic stress, anxiety, or trauma. It can manifest as difficulty relaxing, an exaggerated startle response, social e...
Full concept →Both concepts are connected through 5 related ideas in the Mental Health & Emotional Wellbeing domain, suggesting they work together in practice.