As parents, we are always trying to teach and guide our children. We all want our kids to grow to be happy, successful, well-adjusted adults. […]
Combating Test Anxiety Part II
As I discussed in my last blog, the experience of test anxiety is unfortunately quite common. Although some anxiety before a test is normal and […]
Feeling Down? Take a Forest “Bath”
At some point almost everyone has gone outside for a little bit of sunshine and fresh air and soon after, if not immediately, felt the […]
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
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 […]
Happiness Through an iPhone?
I’ll admit it – I’ve had iPhone envy since they came out a couple of years ago. I’ve had the minimalist cell phone for what […]
The Paradox of Choice – Why More Is Not Better (Part 2)
Making the “right” choice, in the face of so many options, can be a daunting challenge. How do we decide? I think one of the […]