Patient: I feel extremely anxious. Is there any relief? How can I improve my mental state? I’ve tried positive thinking and hypnosis , but none of it has worked.

Wise Man: Of course, there is a solution. There is a scientifically proven behavioral therapy called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). It has been successful for many people with various mental health conditions, ranging from mild to severe. It is a behavioral therapy that encourages accepting thoughts rather than resisting them. It combines the power of mindfulness and its psychological benefits with acceptance and commitment techniques to enhance mental flexibility. It is concise, does not cause mental distraction, and includes practical steps and exercises.

Patient: Is it a replacement for medication? What does it treat?

Wise Man: the therapy can be practiced alongside medication prescribed by a psychiatrist or on its own if medication is not needed. This depends on the severity of the condition, and only a doctor can determine that.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is used to improve many psychological disorders and emotional conditions. Here is a list of mental health conditions that ACT helps treat or manage:

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

Panic Disorder

Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD)

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Depression

Bipolar Disorder – (Helps manage symptoms but is not a primary treatment)

Chronic Stress

Eating Disorders (such as Anorexia Nervosa or Bulimia)

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

Addiction & Substance Use Disorders

Chronic Pain – (Helps with coping but not direct treatment)

Sleep Disorders

Specific Phobias