Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a severe form of anxiety where you have distressing thoughts or fears that lead to repetitive behavior. Usually, people with OCD realize […]
Panic Disorder
Approximately 2.4 million adults are affected by panic disorder in the United States. Panic disorder is quite different than regular anxiety in that it is […]
Depression and Chronic Pain
Depression and body aches or pain often go together. Depression is actually one of the most common psychological issues that people with chronic pain must […]
Winter Blues?
Do you ever notice that your mood changes with the weather? Many people say that the weather can either bring them down or pick up […]
Health Benefits of Fish Oil
Studies have shown that omega-3 essential fatty acids as found in fish oil have many health benefits. Fish oil has been shown to help improve […]
Depression and the Economy
Major depression affects approximately 15 million American adults each year. The current economic crisis may contribute to this statistic and may actually increase the amount […]
Is Diet Related to Depression?
Many studies have shown that our diet affects physical health such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes. However, up until recently, researchers haven’t explored the effects […]
The Health Benefits of Yoga
“Relax your body and mind and let your Spirit soar high.” – Remez Sasson Yoga is a way to relax both your mind and body […]
What is Bipolar Disorder?
Bipolar disorder is considered a “mood disorder.” Whereas major depressive disorder is considered as “uni-polar” (meaning just one pole or mood of depression), “bi-polar” (meaning […]
Mental Health Awareness & Bipolar Disorder
In my last blog, I talked about the stigma of mental health conditions. Sometimes stigma about psychiatric conditions can keep people from seeking help and […]