In the following article, we will define and describe abandonment and then will discuss the seven prevalent symptoms associated with a fear of abandonment. If you find that any of that this sounds like it applies to you, we would love a chance to set up a time to meet and to chat with you [...]
What do you think of the statement, “Anger is never the first emotion”? Think about the most recent time in your life when you felt angry. Did you get mad without any other emotion beforehand? If you consider it, you’ll probably agree that sadness, hurt, or some different feeling preceded the anger (whether you use [...]
Grief. It’s a word we hear used in a variety of different contexts. For instance, “I try to mail my bills early to avoid unnecessary grief.” “You broke your big toe? Good grief!” “My chemistry class caused me so much grief this semester!” We all get it when we hear the word used in [...]
When most people hear the term trauma, the usual idea is an accident survivor with injuries and a scary recollection of the ordeal. If not that, then it may be that of a soldier dealing with battlefield stress. Though such incidents do cause trauma, there is more to trauma than just that. What is [...]
Anxiety is a normal part of being human. As we do not know the future, we are often anxious about upcoming events. In normal doses, anxiety keeps us on our toes as we prepare ourselves for things to come such as meeting new playmates, tests at school, job interviews, a romantic date, or life [...]
Have you ever had concerns that you may be experiencing signs of depression? This is a difficult topic to navigate, and it’s often hard to discuss. Before thinking that depression could never occur in your life, understand that this common mental health issue does not discriminate. Understanding the Signs of Depression Depression can affect [...]
When the words attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are mentioned, thoughts about children usually come to mind. We picture children fidgeting in their seats, unable to pay attention as representative of the disorder. But this is not a disorder that is limited to children. At least 4-5% of adults have ADHD in the U.S. [...]
For someone who suffers from social anxiety, certain interactions with others can often feel like a life or death situation. When danger presents itself to the human body, our adrenal system kicks in and we are presented with two clear options -- “fight or flight.” For those without any anxiety disorder, this response could [...]
Have you ever wondered why men have affairs? It has nothing to do with whether your husband is still in love with you or even whether you find your marriage satisfying or not. It has everything to do with personal integrity, or who you are on the inside. Are you using your dissatisfaction with [...]
Depression is a huge issue across the United States. The National Institute of Mental Health estimates that some 5-12 percent of the entire population will experience a major depressive episode in any given year. A major depressive episode can be absolutely crippling and can leave the sufferer completely unable to function. Thus, depression will [...]
