Q: I went to the doctor and was prescribed medication for depression. I’m not sure whether I want to take it. Do you have any advice? A: Most research shows psychotherapy and medication together are equally effective in treating depression … Read More
Q: I have a 14 year old son and we argue a lot about chores and house rules. Do you have any tips on how I can improve our communication? A: Adolescents are moving towards independence, more interested in peer … Read More
What is Borderline? Is it when someone almost has a mental disorder? The word “borderline” can be confusing, but the disorder stands alone and is not tied to another diagnosis. Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is under the umbrella of personality … Read More
Cyberbullying is any behavior through the internet that is aimed at an individual or group intended to be hurtful and malicious. This is beyond a harsh email. Cyberbullying can include hacking into someone’s online account, publicly ridiculing someone online, excluding … Read More
The debate about health care reform was vicious and now that the bill has passed, tempers have subsided and we are left asking ourselves, “how and when will this affect me?” Health care reform will make some helpful changes in … Read More
The ongoing conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan have shed light on the unfortunate reality of war’s effect on the mind. Studies have shown that upon returning from battle the number of soldiers afflicted by post-traumatic stress disorder, commonly referred to … Read More
I get panic attacks, what can I do to get rid of them? Panic attacks are common (2.4 million suffering from them regularly) and very uncomfortable to say the least. A panic attack is a sudden and overwhelming sense of … Read More
I get so anxious for job interviews and I worry so much. What can I do to feel more relaxed? Now that the recession is lifting and the job market is opening up, people are starting to get more job … Read More
