The purpose of cognitive behavioral therapy is the attend to thoughts, perceptions, judgements, self-statements, and unconscious assumptions through cognitive restructuring such as changing a pattern of thought or changes in thinking that can change feelings, behaviors, and symptoms. Cognitive behavioral therapy is recommended as a treatment for a multitude of mental health issues and disorders such…
After more than a year spent in pandemic lockdown, life seems to be getting back to a pre-COVID-19 activity level. However, the SARS-CoV-2 delta variant is causing growing concern about a resurgence of the virus.First identified in India in December of 2020, the delta variant (also known as B. 1.617.2) swept rapidly through that country…
Fatigue can be one of the first symptoms of depression, and one of the most noticeable. Those with depression might find themselves thinking things like “I’m tired of being tired,” or “I just want to sleep the day away.” Are you wondering why depression makes you tired? We’re here to explore several reasons why those…
What differentiates stress and anxiety?The symptoms of anxiety and stress are very similar. Stress is a result of external influences or stressors, like relationship issues, a move, a job change, or a health problem. Stress can have a range of symptoms, from headaches and uneasiness to sleeping problems and nausea. Anxiety is a result of…
The process ofsearching for a therapist can be daunting. There are plenty of factors to consider that are akin to finding a doctor: Does she accept my insurance? Is his office close enough to where I live? Does she have special training in the areas that I need help with? Do they do telemental/phonic health?…
Did you know that exercise is crucial in maintaining your mental health? Our bodies are remarkable and when given the correct tools. Exercise has been shown to help regulate stress, anxiety, depression and other mental health challenges. In the article “Get Moving to Manage Stress,” written by authors from the Mayo Clinic, we read, “After…
We have all heard that drinking alcohol is not good for us, yet an estimated 14.4 million people struggle with an alcohol use disorder in the United States alone….and this was before the COVID-19 pandemic![1]COVID-19 has burdened us with many personal challenges – from paranoia and fear of contagion, loneliness and depression brought on by social…
Life is crazy. Often we have many things going on at once. Work, school, controlling finances, running the kids around to activities, planning and preparing dinner, taking care of a family member, getting the sleep you need, and the list goes on. There is always so much to think about and so many things to…
In a February 2021 report released by the American Psychological Association, mental health stress is at the highest level since the global coronavirus pandemic was declared over a year ago. COVID-19, political derision, and economic uncertainty were identified as the top culprits for this new psychiatric pandemic. As American tax refunds begin to bolster bank accounts, the…
