Sexual abuse is a violent crime that happens to both males and females. Current estimates are that over 25% of females and 10% of males experience some form of sexual abuse in their lifetime. Unfortunately, because many people are either unable to or are reluctant...
Many people use food to cope with their emotions. We often refer to this as Stress Eating or Emotional Eating. For example, a person who has a stressful day at work may binge on cookies or chips to get some “relief” when they get home. Of course, this relief is...
In the United States alone, it is reported that more than 25% of people over the legal adult age have some type of mental health disorder. That’s one out of every four individuals who have a diagnosed condition– and perhaps even more individuals suffering...
Everyone gets angry, but not everyone manages their anger effectively. We have all witnessed occasions where someone has lost their composure because they were angry. Some people yell and scream while others withdraw and withhold. While these strategies may feel good...
While everyone’s situation is unique, we have listed below a few general guidelines that can help you determine where to start your search for counseling services. Psychiatric Hospital There are times when admission into a psychiatric hospital can be...
Some people think that you should be able to just “snap out of it” when you become depressed. While this strategy may work if you are “in a funk” or having a bad day, it doesn’t work for depression. Depression can be debilitating and if left untreated can be...
