“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 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