The Relation of Childhood Violence to Adult Mental Illness
Posted on July 22, 2012
Recently there have been a lot of books and articles for parents on how to discipline your children without being overly harsh. Unlike in the past, physical punishment is generally seen as unnecessary and excessive. Some methods used even twenty years ago are now seen as abusive. According to new research, even milder forms of physical discipline may have harmful psychological effects.
Former Soccer Star Suffers from Depression, Panic Attacks
Posted on July 22, 2012
If you feel overwhelmed by your own battle with depression or anxiety, it may help to know you aren't alone. It really is true that anyone can be affected by anxiety and depression. European soccer player Darren Eadie knows this better than anyone; he was on top of the world when everything came crashing down. Read about how the athlete says he fell into a long-term depression and how he says he finally worked through it.
Spider-Man’s Leading Lady Had Panic Attacks
Posted on July 22, 2012
You've probably seen the face of actress Emma Stone in numerous magazines and commercials. Stone is an accomplished celebrity known for starring in Easy A and in the new Spider-Man movie. But she wasn't always so confident and successful. Read about the Stone's history with an anxiety disorder and what she did to cope.
A New Way to Treat Anxiety, Depression in Kids
Posted on July 21, 2012
Parents of a child who has emetophobia, anxiety, or depression may feel uncertain about what they should do to help. There are treatment options for children, but parents may not always know which one is best for their own child. A new treatment called EDTP may be the answer. EDTP is designed especially for kids and caters to their unique needs. Find out how EDTP works and how it can help children with depression and anxiety.
Psychotherapist Offers Tips for Beating OCD
Posted on July 21, 2012
Being treated for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and emetophobia can be extremely taxing. It isn't easy to ignore those overwhelming urges to count, check, or fix things over and over again. One therapist who specializes in treating OCD has some quick, helpful tips to make things easier on you. She explains where many people trying to overcome their OCD go wrong, and how you can avoid the same pitfalls. Learn some useful hints for getting treated that can help you regain control of your life.
Anxiety: Is It Making You Age Faster?
Posted on July 12, 2012
You may have heard that high stress and anxiety can lead to health problems. But what exactly is it about stress that hurts your body? Where does the damage start? And why does long-term anxiety start to show on your face? Read more about the effects of sustained anxiety on your health.
Critics Challenge Evidence of ‘Facebook Depression’
Posted on July 12, 2012
Ever since social networking sites like MySpace and Facebook have become popular, mental health specialists have wondered about the effects of the sites on younger people. There have been scandals involving bullying, stalking, and more since the significant increase in Facebook membership. Worried parents have heard that their teens may be at risk for all kinds of psychological issues, but new research is countering these claims. Read more about it here!
Declining Mental Health in Older Adults
Posted on July 12, 2012
Your golden years should be filled with love, relaxation, and contentment. Psychiatrists are warning that this may not be the case. More and more older adults are being diagnosed with mental health problems. This is causing more substance abuse in the older population as well. Here's why specialists say older people may not be getting the help they need.
