It can feel strange to think about our brain lying to us, but that is often what happens when we are dealing with social anxiety disorder. In the throws of …
Navigating the Waves of Post-partum Social Anxiety
The postpartum period is often marked by hormonal fluctuations, lack of sleep, and stress as parents navigate their new roles. For approximately 10% of parents (moms and dads alike!), this …
When it is More than Post-COVID Social Discomfort: Recognizing the Signs of Social Anxiety Disorder
In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, the term social anxiety has been thrown around as a catchall for the discomfort many felt as restrictions lifted and we began to …
Weight loss in middle age (Part 2 of 2)
Part 1 of this blog focused on jump-starting a weight loss program and more general tips for losing weight in middle age. In Part 2, the focus of the tips …
Weight Loss in Middle Age (Part 1 of 2)
As people age, their metabolism slows down with resulting weight gain if energy intake and expenditure are not adjusted. Depending on your activity level, your calorie needs may be reduced …
Revisiting the Cognitive Appraisal Model of OCD
According to the Cognitive Appraisal Model of OCD, almost everyone has unwelcome thoughts (Rachman, 1998; Salkovskis, 1985). However, for individuals with OCD, the thoughts tend to “stick,” because they are …