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Opening the Door for Family Therapy with Your Adult Children
Family relationships do not stop evolving once children reach adulthood. In fact, many people find that new challenges arise later in life as parents age, roles shift, and adult children navigate independence while staying connected. When tensions, misunderstandings,...
Is it Burnout or Can You Have PTSD from a Job?
Work can be a source of pride and purpose, yet it can also take a toll. Many people feel stretched thin by long hours or constant pressure. Others experience something deeper, a lingering fear or emotional overwhelm tied to their workplace. Understanding what you are...
Does EMDR Work and Can it be Done Virtually?
For many carrying unresolved trauma, painful memories can feel like they are always waiting just below the surface. Moments from the past return in the form of anxiety, flashbacks, or overwhelming emotions, even years later. Eye Movement Desensitization and...
Mental Health Strategies for Preventing the Holiday Blues
The holiday season is often portrayed as a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration. Yet for many adults, it can also magnify feelings of sadness and isolation. Gatherings may highlight strained relationships, losses, or the absence of connection. These experiences...
Ask the Expert: Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) — Even in Sunny Climates
With insights from a Psychologist at The Center for Treatment of Anxiety and Mood Disorders Q1: What exactly is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)? SAD is a type of depression that follows a seasonal pattern, often appearing in the fall or winter when daylight hours...
Ask the Experts: Understanding Substance Use
We spoke with Dr. Adam Demner, a psychiatrist at The Center for Treatment of Anxiety & Mood Disorders, to understand the changing landscape of addiction treatment. Q1: What are some current trends in addiction treatment? We’re seeing a few big shifts. I think...
When Psychiatrists Also Do Therapy: Brain & Mind Care
Most people picture psychiatrists writing prescriptions and therapists guiding conversation toward insight. For a psychiatrist who also practices therapy, those worlds come together. This kind of clinician draws from neuroscience and pharmacology to understand how the...
Am I Experiencing Depression or Burnout?
If you’ve been dragging yourself through the day, feeling drained, unmotivated, or disconnected, you might wonder whether you’re simply burned out or if something deeper like depression is at play. It’s a common question, and for good reason: the two often feel almost...
The Connection Between Depression and Insomnia
Depression and insomnia are closely linked, with each condition influencing the other in powerful ways. Adults who live with depression often report difficulty falling or staying asleep, while persistent insomnia can increase the risk of developing or worsening...
Understanding Personal Status Anxiety
Questions about success and recognition touch nearly everyone at some point. Many people wonder if they are moving upward in life, while others quietly fear they may be falling behind. These thoughts do not stay in the background; they spill into workplaces,...