Relationship experts, including myself, were asked to provide useful tips on saving a marriage from divorce. When talk of divorce occurs, many couples feel that the end is inevitable; however, there are ways to recover your relationship and even make it stronger. Obviously, it’s very hard work, but it is possible to save marriages. Couples…
DetailsHaving a child is one of life’s greatest gifts; however, for some mothers, the stress of pregnancy and a child’s birth can be overwhelming. Pregnant women have to deal with numerous concerns throughout their pregnancy. Every ultrasound and lab test brings both excitement and worry. Women undergoing infertility treatment often experience additional stresses related to…
DetailsWhen you feel anxious, you may feel a number of symptoms, including shortness of breath, shaking, worry, restlessness and or even panic. Anxiety impacts many of us on a daily basis; however, for some individuals, anxiety can be consuming and overwhelming. You may fear engaging in normal everyday activities, such as working or engaging with…
DetailsObesity among children is becoming an epidemic in our society. About 17 percent (12.7 million) of children and adolescents from 2-19 are obese. According to the Centers for Disease Control, obesity is defined as having a Body Mass Index (BMI) over the 95th percentile compared to other children in that same age. Children are overweight…
DetailsWhat is EMDR? Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy (EMDR) is a widely recognized efficacious treatment for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). EMDR is an eight phase treatment protocol that includes evaluation, preparation, stabilization, and processing of traumatic memories. The theory behind EMDR is that memory networks storing traumatic events are unable to connect to adaptive…
DetailsThe Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality recommends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) as a first-line treatment for chronic insomnia. Although medications may help relieve insomnia, the effects are often short and side effects are common. We often think of insomnia as a medical illness, which requires medication. However, the traditional medications used to…
DetailsMarch 20 is the International Day of Happiness, promoting happiness around the globe. The International Day of Happiness reminds us to foster our own happiness, as well as the happiness of those in need. Since 2013, the United Nations has celebrated this day. In honor of the day, the UN identified goals to end poverty,…
DetailsAccording to a recent study published by the American Psychological Association, financial concerns and work demands continue to be the top two reasons why adults are stressed. Additionally, adults find that family responsibilities, health and lifestyle changes are more stressful than in previous years. Almost 70 percent of adults reported experiencing a chronic illness and…
DetailsWhat are the ingredients of life success? Possibly, is there another standard of excellence other than IQ or intellectual intelligence? Can emotion be considered another form of intelligence? Can it be regulated, or made to work for the individual in positive ways? Current research suggests that emotional intelligence or EQ is at least as important…
DetailsA recent study from the Netherlands found that that preschoolers of parents with anxiety or depression during pregnancy were fussier eaters. Fussy eating can be a health problem and hassle for parents. Weight issues and behavioral issues are just some of the problems that parents may face. Parents often become confused and concerned when they…
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