The human memory is atrociously, embarrassingly limited. Researchers have estimated that, at best, we can store three to five items’ worth of information in our working memory. The simplest example of this is when we try to remember a phone number: we can keep...
In the last few decades, autism has been diagnosed at a quicker rate than ever before. Since its original definition in 1943, the disorder has changed drastically. Now, we are seeing more people, especially children, diagnosed with this than ever before. This is not...
As parents, we are constantly working to protect our children from harm and help them make decisions that positively shape their futures. Ironically, a growing trend among some parents is the practice of allowing their teenagers to consume alcohol at home under their...
Within the past few years, there has been an alarming rise in the popularity of e-cigarettes, or vapes, among teenagers. This dangerous trend has sparked concerns among parents and health professionals as it impacts both physical and mental health. To best plan how to...
With everything we have going on in our lives, avoiding stress simply isn’t an option. Stress serves a beneficial purpose at times, but it can have a negative impact on our bodies. When the body perceives stress, the adrenal glands produce cortisol. Cortisol causes...
Making the choice to accept help and enter treatment for substance abuse is one of the most impactful and life-changing decisions a person can make. This choice has the power to transform your current state of being and open the door to endless opportunities in the...
If you are struggling with depression and live within the Greater Houston area, New Dimensions can help. New Dimensions has Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Treatment Programs (IOP) for adolescents and adults who are struggling with severe...
If you are looking for a treatment center for dual diagnosis issues, New Dimensions can help. New Dimensions has dual diagnosis treatment centers in Katy, The Woodlands, and the Clear Lake area of Houston. We specialize in the treatment of both mental health and...
If you are looking for treatment for OCD or severe anxiety, New Dimensions can help. New Dimensions has treatment centers in Katy, The Woodlands, and the Clear Lake area of Houston. We specialize in the treatment of anxiety disorders and OCD and can help you learn...
