How to Find the Best Affordable Psychiatrist in New York
With so many healthcare providers in New York City to choose from, and with treatment costs being the primary reason why people with mental health issues put off seeking professional help, it can make finding a good but affordable psychiatrist a difficult task. The good news is, there are several things you can do to […]
What Is Parental OCD?
Becoming a parent can be a daunting experience, and it is not uncommon for parents to encounter a rollercoaster of emotions following the birth of their child. For some, however, the arrival of a child can present the onset, or worsening, of OCD symptoms, which can have a significant impact on family life. Obsessive Compulsive […]
Fighting Insomnia
Insomnia is when you have difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. It can also be when you awake before you intend to and cannot fall back asleep – so you essentially wake up too early and do not get adequate sleep. There are a lot of reasons for insomnia. People may have financial problems, social […]
The Steps to Treating Opiate Addiction
Opioids are a strong class of medications that significantly reduce pain, lessen anxiety, and even bring about euphoria. Many people, therefore, seek out opioids because of these effects. Although some opiates are legal, such as those prescribed by a doctor, others are illegal, such as heroin. One of the problems is that people who have […]
Symptoms of Panic Disorder
If you’ve ever had such overwhelming fear and anxiety that you began experiencing physical symptoms, you may have had a panic attack. A panic attack happens when feelings of fear overpower you, and it often occurs suddenly without warning. A panic attack once in a while caused by an emergency situation is normal. However, frequent […]
Diagnosis and Treatment for OCD
OCD is a common chronic disorder in which people have recurring, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) that drive them to do actions repetitively (compulsions). Such repetitive behaviors could interfere with your daily life and activities. What is OCD? Some people occasionally get too focused on things or ideas that cause them to have obsessive thoughts and compulsive […]
How Can Couples Counseling Save a Relationship?
The number of married couples in the United States has increased from 40.2 million in 1960 to over 61 million by 2018. Unfortunately, ’til death do us part is an unfulfilled vow for many married couples, who end up getting a divorce. However, the divorce rate has gone down since 1990, perhaps partly thanks to […]
What Are Mood Disorders?
It’s perfectly normal that any given day will sweep you through various emotions and moods. Sometimes we are elated about something; other times we feel down and irritable. Our changing moods are usually in response to our surroundings and are oftentimes situational. We are wrought with grief at the death of a loved one, and […]