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Responding to COVID-19 Distress in the Face of Socioeconomic Disparities
As many in the United States (US) stay home and practice social distancing to protect themselves from COVID-19, individuals from lower socioeconomic status (SES) backgrounds face heightened barriers and risks.
My Reason for Fighting
It seems so unreal that back in 2000 when I was first diagnosed with depression and anxiety that I could ever imagine I would have found the PERFECT tool for my toolbox and my BEST medicine; that would have helped me cope with all these important mental health issues that I face.
Finding Calm in the Middle of the COVID19 Storm When You Have Panic Attacks and Agoraphobia
What if you have the kind of anxiety that makes you feel trapped and panicky because of the stay at home orders due to COVID-19?
Understanding Hoarding Responses to Covid-19: Where Did All the Toilet Paper Go?
Hoarding behaviors range from the normal (i.e., acquiring and saving items we do not need and/or will not use) to the clinically diagnosable (i.e., having areas of your home that are not usable due to clutter). Most of us fall somewhere on this continuum.
Parents - Being "Good Enough" Right Now is OK
Parents can't be constant companions, teachers or saints at this time. You can be enough.
Coping with COVID-19 in Community
Each of us is facing the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic that impact our ability to respond effectively.
Responding to Anti-Asian Racism During the COVID-19 Outbreak
Major crises raise people’s concern for personal safety and heighten anxiety. One effect of this heightened anxiety is that it can intensify bias and discrimination as we start focusing our attention on our own well-being.
My OCD Patients Have Helped Me Cope with the Threat of the Coronavirus
I’m a specialist in the treatment of OCD and anxiety disorders. OCD is a debilitating mental health disorder whereby patients experience unwelcome, intrusive, disturbing thoughts (obsessions) that create anxiety.
ASD and Anxiety - My Story
Hello, my name is James and I want to voice my struggles and successes with others that are suffering from mental illness and developmental issues. Ever since I was little I knew something was off.
Putting the Cardi B in CBT: Using Stars, Sports, Star Wars, Superheroes and Pop Culture to Make Therapy Accessible & Fun for Anxious Youth
Can Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Help with Neurological Disorders?
Coping with neurological illnesses can be very distressing. Can cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT) be helpful for the anxiety and depression that often accompanies these illnesses? Dr. Suma Chand, an expert in this area, provides us with answers.