Can’t sleep? The new recommendations released by the American College of Physicians suggest people with chronic insomnia try psychotherapy, specifically cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), before turning to sleeping pills. CBT involves a combination of talk therapy, behavioral interventions, and education and can help patients reset their normal sleeping patterns. Only when this treatment isn’t effective,… Read More »
Sometimes individuals may feel too overwhelmed to deal with their problems, which could result in a whirlwind of psychological issues. In fact, more than a quarter of the American population experiences depression, anxiety or another mental health disorder in any given year according to the National Institute of Mental Health. Even though the prevalence of… Read More »
Could your depression be seasonal? Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that generally occurs during the winter months. Although the winter is coming to a close, many individuals can still suffer from SAD well into the spring season. Experts think SAD may be caused by a lack of sunlight, which can upset… Read More »