Everyone experiences anxiety. Like most mental states, it exists on a continuum, both in intensity and duration. For most of the population, the pandemic will have increased our daily experience of anxiety from little or an average amount in specific situations (butterflies in our stomachs before important presentations) to a more consistent presence. The anxiety […]
As the world continues to navigate the lasting effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, many of us are experiencing chronic stress. The fear, anxiety, and uncertainty about the virus—coupled with the increased isolation and challenging economic realities—have directly affected our mental and emotional well-being. When faced with the stress of an unfamiliar situation, some people may […]
As we have entered into 2021, the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic continue to affect us and our families. Anxiety and depression have dramatically increased, particularly for adolescents. As parents navigate their own stressors and “new normal,” it may be overwhelming to try to address your teen’s anxiety. There may be some behaviors that, unknown […]
Self-care is a crucial aspect of maintaining well-being and attending to your fundamental physical, emotional, social, and mental needs. It’s also about prioritizing the things that bring fulfillment and nurture you. But for those of us who may experience depressive symptoms, self-care can feel impossible. Add to that the isolation due to COVID plus frigid […]
Anxiety is a word that finds its way into our daily vocabulary now more than ever. Especially in our present circumstance—facing multiple unknowns due to the Coronavirus—we are more aware of anxiety in our everyday life. In the past 12 months, we have normalized talking about fear and discomfort relating to social situations, our sense […]
Candy Hearts, Flowers, and…Disappointment? February has arrived! Love and new relationship energy are in the air! Many of us look forward to celebrating relationship milestones on this fourteenth of February; however, is it possible that this day is more of a relationship trap than a celebration? If your partnership contains unrealistic expectations for how your love […]