Category Archives: Articles of Interest

Findings Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is an anxiety disorder that can develop after exposure to a terrifying event or ordeal in which grave physical harm occurred or was threatened. Traumatic events that may trigger PTSD include violent personal assaults, natural … Continue reading →

People searching for fulfilling and stable romantic relationships should look for a romantic partner who recovers from conflict well. Yes, it turns out that if your romantic partner recoups well after the two of you have a spat, you reap … Continue reading →

As the Obama administration tackles the national obesity epidemic, a new American Psychological Association poll shows that individuals need ongoing support to make lifestyle and behavior changes. According to a March 2010 APA poll conducted by Harris Interactive, fewer than … Continue reading →

Q. How do you manage the prototypical “difficult boss?” A. Successfully managing a difficult boss is a challenge but often feasible. First, you should try to understand the reasons for your boss’ difficult behavior. Assuming your boss generally behaves in … Continue reading →

Depression: How Psychotherapy Helps People Recover From Depression According to the National Institute of Mental Health, an estimated 14.8 million adult Americans suffer from major depressive disorder and another 3.3 million suffer from mild or chronic depression. Many do not … Continue reading →

In today’s fast-paced and ever-connected world, stress has become a fact of life. Stress can cause people to feel overwhelmed or pushed to the limit. The American Psychological Association’s 2008 Stress in America survey found that one-third of people in … Continue reading →

Stress: Six Myths About Stress Myth 1: Stress is the same for everybody. Completely wrong. Stress is different for each of us. What is stressful for one person may or may not be stressful for another; each of us responds … Continue reading →

How to Choose a Psychologist At some time in our lives, each of us may feel overwhelmed and may need help dealing with our problems. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, more than 30 million Americans need help … Continue reading →