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Amy Hendel

posted 11/04/2009, comments (0)

Avoid Holiday Stress

I love the holidays, especially the winter holidays. The leaves changing color, the chill in the air, the smell of fresh nuts roasting and pumpkin lattes (that's relatively new) and the thought that I am going to be with family for celebrations. Sounds like bliss, and it is for most of us, but the holidays can also be fraught with stress and... Read more Chevron

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Jerry Kennard

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posted 11/02/2009, comment (1)

Should I Vaccinate the Kids Against Swine Flu?

It's November, which means we're on the leading edge of winter. As ever, it's a season associated with coughs, colds and influenza. When the H1N1 (swine flu) strain was first reported in Mexico, we all sat up and took notice of the death toll. It really did look like a nasty virus was coming our way. A few months later and opinions... Read more Chevron

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Eileen Bailey

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posted 10/27/2009, comments (4)

Question of the Week: Do You Belong to a Support Group?

There was recently a question on the Q & A section of the site about starting a support group. This made me start wondering how many people belong to a support group. Do you? How do you feel it helps you? If you were starting your own support group, what types of things would you include? Guest speakers? Educational segments? Mostly... Read more Chevron

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Jerilyn Ross, M.A., L.I.C.S.W.

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posted 10/13/2009, comments (0)

Pregnancy and Medication for Women With Anxiety and Depression

Pregnancy is such a joyous occasion. But for many women who have an anxiety disorder or depression, a nagging question remains: "Is it safe to take medication while I'm pregnant?" Preoccupation, worry, and guilt can become overwhelming, but take heart: There is no one correct answer because the decision about treatment is unique for each and... Read more Chevron

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Dr. Kleiner

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posted 02/13/2009, comment (1)

Anxiety and the Workplace

Two factors create anxiety: uncertainty and lack of control. The current economic climate is thus a perfect storm for stress, anxiety, even panic at the workplace. Those who have already been laid off are dealing with bad news in one fell, clarifying swoop.But those who remain face that dreaded duo of feelings that engenders anxiety. Layoffs are... Read more Chevron

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