Everyone experiences times of stress and crisis. Most of the time, these periods of crisis are temporary. However, there are times where the stressors are ongoing, or the crisis is so severe that it overwhelms our normal coping mechanisms. If this stress persists,...
Mental Health
FMLA for Anxiety and Stress
Have you ever felt so stressed out and anxious that it was hard to function at work? Many people wonder if they can take time off from work for anxiety and stress and if it will be covered under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA). The answer to this question is Yes....
Where to Get Help for Someone Who is Suicidal
If you or someone you know is actively suicidal and in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. You can also call the National Suicide Hotline at 1-800-273-8255. Additional help is available at the local inpatient psychiatric hospitals in the...
Can You Take FMLA for Depression?
Many people wonder if they can take time off from work for depression and if it will be covered under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA). The answer to this question is Yes. You can use FMLA if you are struggling with mental health issues such as depression. In fact,...
Understanding Clinical Depression
Clinical Depression is a term that is sometimes used to describe a Major Depressive Episode. When someone is clinically depressed, they feel down all day every day. They often feel hopeless and begin to wonder “what’s the point of living.” They may become “weepy” or...
Do You Have Weather Fatigue?
It has been another rainy week here in Houston and most of us are getting tired of seeing it rain. It’s not just that we miss the sunshine, it’s also the fact that every time it storms, we can’t help but be reminded of Hurricane Harvey. For many of us, the effects of...
Codependency
The following information was taken from Codependent No More by Melody Beattie and is intended to provide you with a basic understanding of codependency. We recommend her books on codependency to gain more insight into her work with addiction and its effects on the...
Help for Troubled Teens
If you are looking for help for a troubled teen, New Dimensions can help. Our adolescent programs are geared toward helping teenagers who are in crisis. We work with teenagers who are struggling with: Depression Anxiety Abuse Issues Trauma PTSD School Avoidance Panic...
How to Find a Therapist or Psychiatrist
For many people, psychotherapy can be a life-changing experience. Therapy can help you overcome a variety of mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, family problems, stress, and substance abuse. Therapy can also help you develop...
Suicide and Trauma
The recent suicides by Parkland shooting survivors and the record number of suicides by veterans are tragic reminders of the devastating impact that trauma can inflict on individuals, families, and communities. While it is often easy to see the physical effects of...