Depression is a common worldwide problem affecting people of all ages, races and every social and economic level. Each year over 100 million people worldwide suffer from severe depression. In fact, it is so widespread that it has been labeled ‘The Common Cold of Mental Illness.’
Despite being so widespread, depression is also one of the […]

Brad was just completing his divorce after having been married for over 25 years. He had not dated in what seemed like forever to him, and had no idea how to start. ?How do you start a new relationship?? he asked me in our counseling session.
?What are you most concerned about?? I asked.
?Sex,? he answered.
?What […]

In today’s fast moving world stress lies in wait around every corner as an ever present danger. Instant news flashed around the world, just-in-time manufacturing, computers and modern technology in general all produce great benefits for society but also quicken the pace of life considerably and seem to leave us with more and more to […]

Most individuals under stress will let it build, ignoring it for too long. They cite the need to get a work project completed, or view their situation as unchangeable. “That’s life,” many will say. But no form of ill-effect is inevitable, nor is it necessary or wise to passively accept one.
The first step is always […]

What are the symptoms of BPD?
Individuals with BPD have several of the following symptoms:
marked mood swings with periods of intense depression, irritability, and/or anxiety lasting a few hours to a few days;
inappropriate, intense, or uncontrolled anger;
impulsiveness in spending, sex, substance use, shoplifting, reckless driving, or binge eating;
recurring suicidal threats or self-injurious behavior;
unstable, intense personal relationships […]