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....
Stress
Signs of Stress in Teenagers
If you are worried that your teenager may be stressed out, look for the warning signs below. Sleep disturbance – Teens that are experiencing significant stress often struggle with their sleep. They may sleep too much or too little or may sleep at irregular intervals....
Coping with Holiday Stress
For many people, the holidays can be a time of enjoyment with family and friends. For many others, the holidays can be a time of stress, loneliness, tension, disappointments, and arguments. The difference is often related to the dynamics within our families, the types...
Signs of Stress in Teens
Worried about your teenager? Here are some signs to look for that may indicate that your teenager is stressed or at risk for mental health or substance abuse issues. Sleep disturbance – This includes having nightmares, sleeping too much or too little, or waking up...
Am I Going Crazy?
If you are asking the question “am I going crazy”, the answer is that you probably aren’t. Most people who lose touch with reality (i.e. hallucinations, delusions, paranoia), usually don’t ask this question. They are typically unaware that they are becoming delusional...
How to Relieve Stress
While many of us would like to create a “stress-free life”, the reality is that stress is a normal part of our day-to-day lives. Whether it is the stress of traffic, work, school, parenting, money, relationships, weather, or some unexpected event, we all have to find...