Autumn is a beautiful time of year with the leaves changing and the crisp cool temperatures making a comeback after a long hot summer. Autumn is just as long as… read more →
I don’t know about you, but when I feel run down or sad the first thing I usually do is think about indulging myself with comfort food – something like… read more →
Situational depression is just like what it sounds like, a depressed mood brought about by a situation or circumstance. Situational depression is not really a true depression, but rather an… read more →
If you haven’t made any New Year’s resolutions, but would like to improve your general health and well being then consider the simple act of staying in touch with friends… read more →
If you are depressed, you are living in the past. If you are anxious, you are living the future. If you are at peace, you are living in the present.… read more →
If you suffer with anxiety you know how difficult it can be to calm yourself down. If you’re lucky you have someone you can call to talk you down or… read more →
The holidays are a beautiful time of the year. Everyone is happy, they’re looking forward to celebrating the season with family and friends and everyone feels wonderful. The problem is… read more →
When I was a child I had a friend who had bald patches on her head. I didn’t know it at the time but she had trichotillomania or hair pulling disorder.… read more →
Anxiety disorders are the most common psychiatric illnesses. There is no test for anxiety disorders like panic disorder, PTSD, OCD or social anxiety disorder but the diagnosis is based on a… read more →
Last week I reviewed My Age of Anxiety by Scott Stossel. If you haven’t read it yet I highly recommend it. It’s heartfelt, insightful, funny and provides hope and support… read more →