Does a green life mean a mentally healthy life?
Posted by Elisha Goldstein, Ph.D. on Nov 20th 2008
"We're entering a time where the boomer generation is larger than ever. We're also entering an age where healthcare is more expensive than ever and we're searching for new ways to feel well without having to rely on our insurance. A doctoral student named Erja Rappe, D.Sc, conducted a study on the effects gardening can have on the health and well-being of those entering their golden years...and how it can help the rest of us. " More...

Denial and Drug Addiction, A Serious Problem
Posted by Allan N. Schwartz, LCSW, PhD on Nov 19th 2008
"In the case of drug abuse, the impaired insight causes what is referred to as "denial." One definition of denial when applied to drug abuse is "not recognizing the severity of the disorder." It's like having your "head in the sand."" More...

How you can be triggered into depression…without even knowing it
Posted by Elisha Goldstein, Ph.D. on Nov 17th 2008
"Just last year a study released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported 118 million prescriptions for antidepressants were filled. While many people filling these prescriptions are in deep need of them, others may just be feeling unhappy or tense. Let's go a bit deeper into recognizing what can trigger you into depression and 4 steps to relief. " More...

An Interview with Patt Denning, Ph.D. on Harm Reduction Psychotherapy for Substance Abuse and Addictions
Posted by David Van Nuys, Ph.D. on Nov 16th 2008
"In the interview, Dr. Denning compares harm reduction, her synthesis of public health safety promotion philosophy and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques such as motivational interviewing, relapse prevention and the stages of change model with the traditional Minnesota Model substance abuse treatment which, she believes, contains within itself a counter-productive and judgmental values system which works against successful treatment outcomes. She discusses how her early work as a psychotherapist and clinic director influenced her to explore substance abuse treatment; how she found this treatment wanting, and how she went about assembling what she considers to be a superior way to conduct psychotherapy for substance abuse, namely Harm Reduction Psychotherapy. " More...

"Music Hath Charms to Soothe the Savage Breast"
Posted by Allan N. Schwartz, LCSW, PhD on Nov 15th 2008
"According to Dr. Michael Miller, Director of the Center for Preventive Cardiology at the University of Maryland Medical Center, listening to music that makes you feel good could have health benefits that might prevent a heart attack. " More...