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By Mohamad-Ali Salloum, PharmD April 27, 2026
References: Very Big Brain. Somatic Memories: How Physical Sensations Trigger Past Memories and Emotions . 2023 Nov 26. [verybigbrain.com] Misattribution of arousal. Wikipedia . 2026. [en.wikipedia.org] Zimbardo P. The Misattribution of Arousal Study (Dutton & Aron) . 2026. [zimbardo.com] Higgins L. Why You Feel Anxious After Drinking Coffee . TIME. 2025 Nov 11. [time.com] Double KS. Metacognitive ability is associated with reduced emotion suppression . Scientific Reports. 2026 Jan 28. [nature.com] Merkebu J et al. What is metacognitive reflection? Front Educ. 2023 Apr 5. [researchgate.net] Meyers S et al. Cognitive Reappraisal is More Effective for Regulating Emotions than Moods . Affective Science. 2025 Jun 6. [link.springer.com] 
By Mohamad-Ali Salloum, PharmD April 21, 2026
Did you know that your emotions are just suggestions?
By Mohamad-Ali Salloum, PharmD April 19, 2026
Short-form videos like Reels and TikTok rapidly trigger dopamine, stress, and attention circuits—discover how they impact your brain, mood, and focus, plus practical tips to restore balance.
By Mohamad-Ali Salloum, PharmD April 17, 2026
How short‑form videos rapidly flip your emotions, affect attention, sleep, and motivation—and what science says about protecting your mental health.
By Mohamad-Ali Salloum, PharmD April 17, 2026
Discover the science behind resisting temptation—how willpower works, what drains it, and how lifestyle factors like fatigue, stress, and habits influence self‑control.
By Mohamad-Ali Salloum, PharmD March 24, 2026
This guide breaks down why your body reacts the way it does, how misinterpretation fuels anxiety, and the CBT tools designed to help you understand (and stop fearing) your own physical sensations.
By Mohamad-Ali Salloum, PharmD March 22, 2026
This article explains why avoidance is so powerful, how it silently shapes your emotions and behaviors, and evidence‑based strategies that help you break the cycle.
By Mohamad-Ali Salloum, PharmD March 20, 2026
Are you having Negative Automatic Thoughts (NATs)? We got you 💆‍♂️
By Mohamad-Ali Salloum, PharmD March 18, 2026
Learn how to break the vicious cycle by addressing your behaviors!
By Mohamad-Ali Salloum, PharmD March 16, 2026
Low Mood is NOT random!
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