The brain is a social organ and we are relational creatures. Very often the primary factor in seeking mental health care is the negative impact our problems have on our relationships. When we struggle with emotional and cognitive issues it can become dif…

People with significant anxiety tend to experience anxiety or worry most days about a number of things such as personal health, work, social interactions, and everyday routine life circumstances. The fear and anxiety can cause significant problems in any…

Depression is a common but serious mood disorder. It causes severe symptoms that affect how you feel, think, and handle daily activities, such as sleeping, eating, or working.

You may be suffering from depression if you have been experiencing some of the…

Individuals experiencing panic attacks have recurrent unexpected panic attacks— sudden periods of intense fear that come on quickly and reach their peak within minutes. Attacks can occur unexpectedly or can be brought on by a trigger, such as a feared ob…

A phobia is an intense fear of, or aversion to, specific objects or situations. Although it can be realistic to be anxious in some circumstances, the fear individuals with phobias experience is out of proportion to the actual danger caused by the situati…