“The Terrible Two’s” are called that because children typically start to have temper tantrums at around age two. Temper tantrums really can seem truly terrible. They’re difficult to watch and they can be embarrassing when they occur in public. Understanding why they occur can help parents manage them effectively. Very young children simply don’t have … Read more
Trichotillomania (TTM), also known as hair-pulling disorder, is a type of body-focused repetitive behavior. TTM tends to be more common in females than in males, and can develop in childhood or early adolescence, with a prevalence rate of roughly 1-3%. The symptoms include: Repeatedly pulling one’s hair The location can be the same or vary … Read more
Do you find yourself dwelling on thoughts about how things will turn out poorly? That you won’t be able to handle things? 38 % of people say that they worry every day. Some people say that they have been a worrier all their lives. You may also notice that you have difficulty sleeping, you feel … Read more
Messages about ideal body weight, shape and appearance are just about everywhere – in homes, schools, colleges and universities, social and news media, on TV, and in advertisements. Unfortunately, this may subtly or not so subtly suggest there is a right and wrong way for a person’s body to look. An individual’s “body image” is … Read more
Huliday decorations are being hung, the clocks have been turned back an hour, and winter is almost officially here. If you struggle with seasonal depression, here are 5 tips from AICT’s Dr. Allie Funk for managing your mood in the culdest, darkest time of year. 1. Lean into Light Therapy Many symptoms of seasonal affective … Read more
Thirty-eight percent of people worry every day. Many people say, “I have been a worrier all my life.” Ironically, almost 90% of things that people worry about turn out to have neutral or even positive outcomes. It’s like having a fire alarm going off daily where there is no smoke. In my book, The Worry Cure, I describe … Read more
What You Need to Know About Depression By Dr. Robert Leahy Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is often a debilitating problem for millions of people. The symptoms of depression include depressed mood, loss of interest or pleasure, significant weight loss or weight gain, insomnia or hypersomnia, psychomotor agitation or retardation, fatigue or loss of energy, feelings … Read more
What is Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)? By Dr. Kathleen Taylor and Dr. Allie Funk DBT is a form of cognitive behavioral therapy that focuses on helping people build the life they want to live. DBT has helped countless people learn to tolerate distress and uncertainty, to regulate their emotions effectively, communicate their needs to others, … Read more
How to Take Control of Your Worry: Eight Steps to Free Yourself from Worry By Dr. Robert Leahy In a recent Gallup Poll, 60% of people say that they worry every day. Many people say, “I have been a worrier all my life.” Worry is the central feature of Generalized Anxiety Disorder which has a … Read more
Sleep Science and Tips for Tired Students By Allison Funk, Ph.D. Sleep deprivation and tiredness are common problems among high school and college students. In fact, research shows that approximately 70% of both high school students and college students average less than 8 hours of sleep per night, which is the minimum number of nightly … Read more
Sudden Loss and Grief By Laura Oliff, Ph.D. In this time of Covid 19 no one is left untouched by loss and grief either because they have lost a loved one themselves or because someone they know has. There are no definitive stages or time frames for grieving and no absolutes. Grief is emotional, not intellectual, … Read more
Positive Psychology and Resilience in the Time of COVID-19 By Susan Paula, Ph.D. These are difficult times. In this time of COVID-19, perhaps you’re dealing with distressing uncertainty, the illness of a loved one, financial difficulties, or the fallout from social isolation. The American Psychological Association defines resilience as the process of … Read more
Rest and Relaxation By Kathleen Taylor, Ph.D. Stress and anxiety take a lot of energy. The same process that prepares your body to fight off an enemy is also very active when you are feeling stressed or anxious. The longer you feel stress, the more energy you are using and the less time your body … Read more
Anger Management: Taming your “inner beast” By Kathleen Taylor, Ph.D. Imagine this: It’s a hot day, and you’re on a packed subway car after a long day at work. The person next to you keeps crowding you, bumps into you repeatedly, then spills their coffee all over your new jacket and doesn’t apologize. What do … Read more
Willingness: A Way to Accept Life’s Challenges By Melissa Horowitz, Psy.D. When was the last time you were asked to accept something that you didn’t want to accept—for example, having a difficult conversation with your boss, staying late at work to finish a project, interacting with an angry spouse or parent, being single, having fertility … Read more