Psychiatrist Sue Varma says that during a time of high stress, it’s important to focus on “the four Ms of mental health – mindfulness, mastery, movement and meaningful engagement.” Watch video at msnbc.com
6 Ways to Cope With Being Single
For many, being single as an adult for an extended period of time is a deeply painful experience — and one that can feel like it will never end. According to a new paper by Jeffrey Jackson of Virginia Tech,
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Are obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors interfering with your daily life? Explore the symptoms, treatment, and self-help for OCD. Read more at the helpguide.org
Mental Illness and Ramadan – a unique challenge
As Sofia partakes in fasting during Ramadan this year, her biggest challenge is far different from that of the majority of Muslims. “Most of my friends will be struggling with keeping their energy levels up, or making sure they pray
Need help balancing work- life balance during covid-19?
If you are married to a workaholic, you may feel as if you are married to an unfaithful spouse who’s replaced your intimacy with his or her work. The sense of being alone, the number of broken promises, feelings of
Coronavirus Tips for Caregivers of Elders with Dementia
Most likely, dementia does not increase risk for COVID-19, the respiratory illness caused by the new coronavirus, just like dementia does not increase risk for flu. However, dementia-related behaviors, increased age and common health conditions that often accompany dementia may
7 science-based strategies to cope with coronavirus anxiety
As the SARS-CoV-2 virus continues its global spread and the number of diagnosed COVID-19 cases continues to increase, anxiety related to the outbreak is on the rise too. As a psychologist, I am seeing this in my practice already. Although
Depression in Men
What is male depression? As men, we like to think of ourselves as strong and in control of our emotions. When we feel hopeless or overwhelmed by despair we often deny it or try to cover it up. But depression
10 Cognitive Distortions that Can Ruin Relationships
There is a term in psychology known as “cognitive distortion.” This is when your mind convinces you that something is true, when it really isn’t. These thoughts are inaccurate and reinforce negative thinking. This is a problem because there is a
It’s not your fault when you’re triggered
Recently when we had a heart-to-heart, my wife confided in me that in her twenties she felt there was something not quite right… with her preaching. Something she could not identify. But fifteen years onward she knows what it is.