The Importance of Silence
We often fail to appreciate the importance of silence in our lives. Like so many other things, we take it for granted. Silence can often […]
WORLD CUP FEVER AND FANS EMOTIONAL HEALTH.
Many of us enjoy football (soccer) and anticipate this major event every four years. Most fans await the opportunity to watch their favorite teams and […]
Burnout—An Exhaustive Pursuit
After completing a lengthy medical and specialty training process, I suddenly felt like I had caught a second wind and was feeling enthusiastic and energetic. […]
Happy Mommy, Happy Baby
Many women across the U.S. battle depression on a daily basis. Depressive and anxiety disorders affect 7.1% and 19.1%, respectively, of the US adult populations […]
STRANGER THINGS and TRAUMA
In my work with children and adolescents, I frequently inquire about their current interests and activities capturing their attention. Over the last ten years, I […]
SEASON’S GREETINGS or “Good Grief”
Many of us grew up watching the yearly Holiday TV special, “A Charlie Brown Christmas” (Charles M. Schulz 1965) which has become a tradition, and […]
Breaking the Silence: Mental Health Challenges and Support for Athletes
In the intense world of competitive sports, athletes often receive notoriety for their strength, physical fitness, and discipline. However, beneath that facade of strength, many […]
Hikikomori: The Silent Epidemic of Social Withdrawal
I recently came across the Japanese term Hikikomori, which means withdrawal and specifically refers to an extreme avoidance of social contact. This phenomenon was brought […]
Tranquility Within: Intersection of Stress, Well-being and Meditation
Understanding our body’s response to life’s stressors is crucial. Whether these stressors originate from work, home, or personal circumstances, they can leave us feeling overwhelmed, […]
Child Development & Behavioral Milestones: Does Family Routine & Structure Play a Role?
As children grow through the various stages of infancy (2mo – 1yr), and toddlerhood (1 – 4yrs), there are salient physical signs and abilities that […]