Most kids in America grow up with their parents chanting, "You have to get a college degree." And a lot of high school kids will tell you that they already know that much of their high school experience, will involve slaving over grades, accumulating volunteerism points, taking as many AP classes as possible to boost their GPA, running for... Read more
Once you make the decision to use therapy as a treatment for a problem that you are struggling with, it will help you to maximize your session if you follow some basic guidelines.
Choose the right therapist
An important component of successful therapy is finding a therapist that feels like a "good match." You can use a... Read more
You may not know it, but food can act as a powerful drug. Yes, foods high in carbohydrates can increase the neurotransmitter, serotonin, in your brain. You have probably felt its impact - you eat a large meal of pasta and bread and you feel really calm and peaceful and, of course, satiated. When you increase levels of serotonin,... Read more
Do you suffer from depression? Even mild, infrequent depression can be debilitating and really diminish your quality of life. In cases of mild, moderate or severe depression, therapy and/or medication may be needed. But there are habits you can embrace and develop that can help you diminish the frequency of experiencing... Read more
The headlines blast you with news about a new and dangerous flu strain. No matter what channel you turn to on TV, or tune in to on the radio, all you hear are dire predictions and scary commentary. Even for the most calm and serene person, this constant onslaught of information, whether hyped or real, can become a blood pressure... Read more
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