Is There an Anxiety Crisis? Dr. Camilo Ortiz Can Help

In this Top 5 video, John shares the lessons he learned from clinical psychologist Camilo Ortiz. Dr. Ortiz specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy, which is a type of talk therapy aimed at helping you recognize and correct inaccurate or negative thinking, so you can respond to challenging situations in a more effective way.

Dr. Ortiz made some arguments which some might find controversial, especially the idea anxiety is an evolutionary advantage, not something to be avoided like the plague. Though it has its negatives, historically speaking, people who were wary of potential threats were more likely to survive. However, in the modern day it can have the opposite effect if not healthily managed.

The five big lessons in this video could help you and your children look at mental health, anxiety, and life in a drastically different way. So sit back, relax, and absorb some new knowledge.