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Anxiety/Stress

Anxiety/Stress

November 5, 2011 No Comments

Anxiety is a normal part of life. It can even be useful when it alerts us to danger. But for some people, anxiety is a persistent problem that interferes with daily activities such as work, school or sleep. This type of anxiety can disrupt relationships and enjoyment of life, and over time it can lead […]

Depression

Depression

November 4, 2011 No Comments

Depression is a medical illness that involves the mind and body. Also called major depression, major depressive disorder and clinical depression, it affects how you feel, think and behave. Depression can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems. You may have trouble doing normal day-to-day activities, and depression may make you feel as […]

Addictions

Addictions

November 3, 2011 No Comments

An overview of different addictions   Alcohol Addiction Many medical and addiction experts agree that alcoholism (alcohol addiction) is a disease; but it is still a matter of debate amongst others. The good folks at Alcoholics Anonymous (A.A.) say that alcoholism is “powerful, cunning and baffling” and that is a sentiment almost everyone can agree […]

Abuse/Trauma

Abuse/Trauma

November 2, 2011 No Comments

Emotional and psychological trauma is the result of extraordinarily stressful events that shatter your sense of security, making you feel helpless and vulnerable in a dangerous world. Traumatic experiences often involve a threat to life or safety, but any situation that leaves you feeling overwhelmed and alone can be traumatic, even if it doesn’t involve […]

Relationships

Relationships

November 1, 2011 No Comments

Healthy relationships with family, friends and other loved ones can be a great source of support, comfort and love. Still, healthy relationships don’t necessarily happen by themselves. Often, healthy relationships require compromise and forgiveness. When someone you care about hurts you, you can hold on to anger, resentment and thoughts of revenge — or you […]