Samantha visited my psychotherapy office for a consultation. She was frustrated with her employer and witnessed men being promoted while she wasn’t even considered for new positions. Fearing a backlash against her from her boss (a man) and her colleagues (also men) if she spoke up, she started to experience panic attacks and insomnia. As […]
Marijuana is enjoying a surge in popularity. Legalization has increased and spread to over 25 states as medical studies continue to show the benefits of weed for treating conditions including anorexia, chronic pain, PTSD, and some forms of cancer. But before you embrace your inner stoner, there’s increasing evidence that the abuse of weed edibles […]
Everyone knows that stress negatively affects your mental health, but did you know that stress also damages your teeth and gums? Research has shown that there is a connection between long-term stress and deteriorating oral health. (See “5 Simple Ways to Relieve Stress & Anxiety“) I sat down with Asma Khan, a writer with a […]
Try these simple stress-relieving techniques. Everyone experiences stress and anxiety from time to time. Most often, stress occurs when you encounter a frustrating situation or are faced with a dilemma. Social pressures, heavy workloads and financial instabilities also cause stress which can reduce productivity, cause health problems or lead to chronic symptoms of anxiety or […]
Studies find that sadness is actually good for you. Recently, a woman visited my psychotherapy office for a consultation and expressed concern that she was feeling sad since her mother passed away. “When did she die?” I asked. “About three months ago,” she said, “From cancer. “ “Isn’t it appropriate to feel sad?” She sighed […]
Picture this: You and your partner are enjoying dinner at your favorite restaurant and savoring quality kid-free time together. Meanwhile, your teenager invites friends over and they bring alcohol, marijuana or other drugs into your home to share. Perhaps your kid generously opens your liquor cabinet and they help themselves to your favorite booze. Believe […]
Studies show that group therapy is effective in reducing social anxiety. As you get closer to the event, your heart races, your palms sweat. You start to consider excuses for canceling. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, anxiety disorders are the most common mental illnesses diagnosed in the United State, affecting over […]
You’ve decided to give group therapy a try. You’ve talked to friends who have been in group therapy, researched group therapy online, maybe you’ve even got the blessing of your individual therapist. So where do you find a group that is best suited for your needs? I sat down with Molyn Leszcz, a psychiatry professor […]