Dermapsychology: The Relationship between Your Skin and Mind As we move throughout our days, our mind and body are constantly communicating and interacting with one another. Feelings and emotions trigger outward physical displays from our bodies such as blushing when … Read More
Oh, Betty White, If It Wasn’t Eating Green Vegetables, How Did You Do It? Living just weeks shy of her 100th birthday, Betty White is the hallmark of a long, healthy, and happy life. Her secret? Avoiding “anything green” and … Read More
Has your teenager been complaining of stomach pain, despite getting a clean bill of health from the doctor? Surprisingly, that’s not unusual these days. Licensed Clinical Social Worker Corinne Humphries at Orange County Health Psychologists says she has seen chronic … Read More
What do you do when you experience a “negative” emotion such as anger, disappointment, or sadness? If you’re like many of us, you might snap at someone you love out of the blue, avoid a painful situation, or withdraw from … Read More
Hope is not typically the first word that comes to mind when one thinks of dementia, but that’s exactly what one needs when faced with a diagnosis. “A lot of people think their life is over,” says Dr. Erica Lehman, … Read More
Our attachment styles can explain some of the biggest mysteries when it comes to relationships. For example, why would someone… Push their partner away at a time when they need them the most? Continue to nag their partner when it … Read More
Co-Authored by Stephanie Donaldson-Pressman, therapist, clinical director of New England Center for Pediatric Psychology, and internationally recognized expert on family dynamics, The Narcissistic Family addresses an emotionally-difficult topic with warmth and compassion. Stepping beyond situations where a parent is an actual narcissist, … Read More
You’re fully vaccinated but have an unexplained fear of leaving the house. Friends and family are starting to plan get-togethers, but you put them off. Although you used to enjoy social activities, now the thought of going out for groceries … Read More
Nellie,* a 75-year-old retiree, used to have a pretty busy social schedule. Between her weekly exercise classes and regular brunch dates with friends, she felt fulfilled and connected to others. Then, COVID hit. Like others her age who were high-risk, she didn’t … Read More
Living with a long-term partner is never all roses. Like all things, our intimate partnerships tend to ebb and flow. But what happens when you add the stress of a global pandemic? Things can quickly become overwhelming, as couples in … Read More