We’ve all done it … used food at one time or another to comfort ourselves. Or eaten that extra portion when we were already full and regretted it later. We may tell ourselves that next time we’ll take control of our food instead of letting our food control us. We might change our eating habits or not worry if we gain a pound or two.

For many of us, the coronavirus pandemic has brought extra burdens on our mental health. But for children and adolescents, the threats can be even more serious. That’s because children and teenagers may be more vulnerable to depression, anxiety and PTSD when their lives are upended. Not only are their brains not fully developed, they have not learned the coping skills to deal with long-lasting difficult situations.

Are you getting tired of conducting virtual meetings and missing the in-person contact we used to have before the pandemic? If so, you’re not alone; this has now become the new normal around the world. Employees are spending more time in front of their computer screens than ever before.

The Difference Between Psychiatry and Psychology, and Other Mental Health Fields

Mental health care is not a one-stop shop.

With the New Year upon us, it’s the right time to think about goal-setting. But if you’re like many, you might feel hesitant to follow the same old SMART goal-setting process.

It’s difficult enough for the average person to get through the daily hustle and bustle, but for people with bipolar disorder and their loved ones, it’s even more challenging.

These days, many of us are dealing with anxiety, and for good reason. The pandemic … job loss … kids schooling at home … election chaos. There’s a lot to be anxious about. The question is: how can you best deal with it all? (more…)

During these difficult times when the Covid-19 pandemic is resulting in layoffs by businesses large and small, many of us are facing sudden job losses.

In this pandemic age, uncertainty and isolation are taking their toll. Everyone is wondering how to cope. And yes, the rumors are true. The pandemic has led to increased rates of depression, anxiety and other mental health issues.