by Dr. Andrew Rosen | Apr 20, 2012 | General Mental Health
For years, the effect of video games on children has been a source of concern for parents. Some parents worry that violent games will incite violence in their children. Some worry about their children missing out on the joy of sports in lieu of their game playing....
by Dr. Andrew Rosen | Oct 14, 2011 | General Mental Health
Even though sex is supposed to be enjoyable, it is natural to worry occasionally about sexual intimacy. We wonder if we are desirable, if our appearance might be an issue, or if we will be able to “perform”. Usually people who experience these worries are...
by Dr. Andrew Rosen | Sep 23, 2011 | General Mental Health
Anxiety is a normal reaction to many things that most of us experience on a regular basis. For example, the mid-term exam that you know is coming up, the presentation you have to give for your boss, or having to make a move to a new city – all of these things could...
by Dr. Andrew Rosen | Mar 28, 2011 | General Mental Health
It is natural for most people to feel some level of self-consciousness regarding their appearance in the presence of others. But for some, this concern rises past an unhealthy level and develops into a chronic mental condition known as Body Dysmorphic Disorder or Body...
by Dr. Andrew Rosen | Feb 18, 2011 | General Mental Health
At one point or another all people have experienced fear or anxiety. Fear of public speaking is one of the most common fears in America. However, for people suffering from true performance anxiety, public speaking is only one of the fears they may encounter. Many...
by Dr. Andrew Rosen | Nov 12, 2010 | General Mental Health
As the holiday season approaches, the stress level increases for everyone. There is so much pressure associated with this time of joy: pressure to get the right gifts, to shop among the harried crowds, to attend the vast variety of festivities. Nearly everyone goes...
