Coping with ADHD while working from home
The COVID-19 pandemic required many professionals to trade their offices and conference rooms for standing desks and Zoom calls. While some appreciated not having to embark on their morning commute, transitioning to remote work was a major adjustment – and for many, it still is. The routine of waking up, getting dressed, commuting, and working […]
PTSD in women—does a menstrual cycle affect symptoms?
PTSD in women—does a menstrual cycle affect symptoms? Trauma can show up and effect everyone in so many ways, some people can develop Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) or Complex-PSTSD after experiencing traumatic moments throughout their lives. Historically the diagnosis of PTSD has been strictly researched and treated in men particularly soldiers returning home from war. […]
Behavioral Activation for Depression
Oftentimes patients come to me depressed, looking for the “magic cure”. Although unfortunately there is no such thing, people are often surprised to learn the therapeutic interventions that prove most effective are significantly less complicated than one might think. Behavioral Activation (BA) is a brief psychotherapeutic approach that is used in the treatment of depression. […]
Let’s Get Physical!
We all know that exercise is great for your physique, heart health and longevity. Did you also know that staying fit has proven benefits to your mental health? Multiple studies have shown that regularly getting your heart rate up effectively reduces depression and anxiety, and can alleviate symptoms of ADHD. Periodic exercise also relieves stress, […]
Making Friends as an Adult
When you’re young, making friends is easy. Whether you make connections at school or during extra-curricular activities you were probably involved in a myriad of social activities that you either don’t have time for or have grown out of. Finding the time to socialize is hard enough without having to battle the temptation to stay […]
Managing Stress During the Holidays
The holiday season is upon us and along with all the merriment can come a hefty helping of stress, depression, and anxiety. Whether you are a host or a guest there is a lot of work that goes in to keeping up tradition and making a gathering special. For some, the idea of a social […]
