Get Through the Holidays with Humor and Grace: Four Strategies for Couples and Families
posted by Pat LaDouceur, Ph.D. on Nov 19th 2009
"Are you looking forward to a relaxing holiday? Have you made plans that fit your unique values, needs, and energy level? Or do you feel pulled by the needs of friends and family, swept into the consumer rush, or tantalized by images of perfect holiday bliss and feeling like you can’t measure up? These strategies will help you balance needs of others with your own, and make the holiday season more enjoyable." More...

Depression, ADHD, Psychotherapy and Medication
posted by Allan Schwartz, LCSW, Ph.D. on Nov 19th 2009
"I recently received an interesting question from a forty year old man from the UK who stated the he is suffering from depression. He wanted to know what types of medication would help him feel better. He asserted that he had neither the time nor the money to invest in psychotherapy. Besides, he stated, he has a chemical imbalance in his brain and knows that medication will solve his problem. He also happened to state that he has suffered from many stresses over the years. " More...

What is the Key to Less Stress at Work and Life?
posted by Elisha Goldstein, Ph.D. on Nov 19th 2009
"As we start our workdays most of us have one thing in mind. No matter the task, whatever project is in front of us, the question is, how do we get from point A to point B as quickly and efficiently as possible so we can get onto the next thing? However, there is one key thing that is missing in this logic..." More...

Adult AD/HD: Effects on Relationships and Self-Esteem
posted by Simone Hoermann, Ph.D. on Nov 19th 2009
"Adult Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder can take quite a toll on interpersonal relationships and a person’s self-esteem. "A person with AD/HD has a hard time paying attention." says Dr. David Gutman "They often have difficulty structuring their time and prioritizing tasks. That’s why they tend to show up late to appointments or dates. They can be quite forgetful, and they tend to not pay attention or to interrupt frequently when others are talking." You can see how this can get quite frustrating for the people in the environment, particularly romantic partners and spouses. People get disappointed and fed up, and they feel mistreated. It's hard to understand that someone with AD/HD is not behaving this way on purpose. " More...

Creating a Peaceful Holiday for your Family
posted by Buck Black, LCSW on Nov 18th 2009
"Aren’t holidays great? There are presents, food, time off work (for those fortunate enough), and time with family. However, the time with family can quickly turn into disagreements, which then lead to out right fighting. Its all too often the times we all think should be enjoyed turn into episodes of family drama." More...