ADAA Mental Health Blogs for the Public
11.05.2022
Friends are the people we keep in our lives by choice and not because of familial bonds, work contracts, or other circumstances. However, for those with the disorder, finding and nurturing friendships while in the thick of symptoms can be just as difficult.
11.03.2022
Meditation isn't just for yogis, mindful meditation is important for everyone to practice, and everyone can do it. Maybe you've tried it once and didn't feel like it went well—don't throw in the towel just yet. Meditation is simple and anybody can be successful at it.
11.03.2022
When the seasons change, it is not uncommon for some people to notice shifts in their mood. If the timing aligns with the change of seasons, you may have what’s called, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).
10.20.2022
In true form, for OCD lovers like myself, I posed more questions than answers in the title. That was intentional, to be funny, eye-catching, and thought-provoking. Hopefully, I pulled off at least two of those. These questions are often asked by clinicians, and sufferers alike. How do I know if this is OCD or if this is social anxiety? I’ll focus on answering this question as best as I can.
10.17.2022
10 suggestions from a clinical psychologist to make it through this stressful period of political division and constant flood of upsetting news stories.
10.17.2022
When working with my clients and myself, I’ve found the following three essential strategies to be most effective in easing mid-term election anxiety and stress.
