When was the last time you had a real conversation with your partner? Many couples feel a sense of trepidation when they begin therapy together. There can be many reasons for this, but the most pressing is often the most simple. When you sit down together with a therapist, you are actually going … [Read more...]
Three Different Ways to Look at Stress
You feel dizzy and have a headache. You sense tension in your neck and shoulders. You haven’t been sleeping well lately or feel unwell every day. There may be an explanation for what you're feeling — stress. By better understanding the phenomenon that we call stress or anxiety, you can start … [Read more...]
Stress and COVID-19 – Tips
The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the new coronavirus, (COVID-19) a pandemic. This pandemic is causing stress and anxiety around the world. Of paramount priority is not to let the media amplify the fear, rather, get knowledgeable, be careful, and take steps in managing stress and … [Read more...]
Why sleep is important for optimal functioning
Many of us are proud of the fact we function on only 5 or 6 hours of sleep a night. However, more and more doctors are sounding the alarm on how our culture does not prioritize sleep. According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, sleep is as essential to our survival as … [Read more...]
The Evolutionary Mismatch Basis of Emotional Disorders
Have you ever wondered why so many of us suffer from mental disorders? According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, anxiety disorders are the most common in the U.S. affecting 40 million adults aged 18 and older. The numbers for depression are also alarming with approximately 3.3 … [Read more...]
