Health Anxiety: Is It Really All in Your Head?
Your doctor says you’re fine, so why do your health worries feel so real?
Mental Health
Do Therapists Have to Go to Therapy?
QMy son wants to start therapy but insists that he wants to see a well-trained professional who has undergone his/her own therapy. Aren’t all therapists required to do this? ANo, most therapists are not required to undergo their own therapy. Only a few clinical programs have this requirement. Personal therapy is also required for those
It’s Time to Lower Your Stress—The Not-So-Silent Killer
When it comes to stress, it is critical to look at both what stresses us out and what de-stresses us…so we can combat this chronic threat to our health.
Prevent Depression Without Breaking a Sweat
How much exercise do you need to prevent depression? Does it need to be intense? A new study has the surprising answers.
Abuse Harms Your Mind—and Your Body
Emotional trauma, including sexual abuse, harms more than your psyche. It can set the stage for serious health problems…
Bad Dreams from Suppressed Abuse: Sister Angelica’s “Exorcism”
A cloistered Nun was awoken each night by “Satan.” Read how Dr. Rubman found the root cause of her nightmares, and stopped them.
Good Posture Can Make You Happier
Slumped posture is a way to diagnose depression. And research shows that just sitting up straighter can lighten your mood.
Stress and Heart Health
Women are under a tremendous amount of stress every day. But they often ignore the symptoms of this stress, even as itnegatively affects their health.
When #MeToo Brings Up Painful Memories of Sexual Abuse, Here’s Help
The #MeToo social media phenomenon has brought up painful memories of abuse for many women. Here’s how to get help so you can begin to heal.
Getting Older Often Means Getting Happier
The stereotypical image of a cranky ol’ sourpuss is just that…a stereotype. Age can up your happiness level. Here’s why.
Lifelong Anxiety Solved—Naturally
When Jane’s low-grade anxiety, experienced on and off since childhood, skyrocketed, tests revealed a genetic condition easily treated via supplements.
Can Magnets Help Treat Depression?
QI read about a new treatment for depression that involves magnets. Can you explain? AYou’re most likely referring to transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). This procedure involves placing electromagnetic coils on the scalp of a person suffering from depression to deliver targeted pulses that stimulate the part of the brain responsible for mood. Earplugs are worn
Poor Sleep May Predict Alzheimer’s
Good sleep can be elusive. Many of us are kept awake by too much caffeine…a…
Why Can’t I Focus or Concentrate?
QIn the past year, I have had a lot of trouble focusing and concentrating on projects both at home and at work. What could be going on? AThere could be many reasons why you’re finding it hard to focus, but stress is a big one. Stress hormones reduce our perceptual and intellectual abilities, making it
Feeling Lonely Can Lead to Health Problems, Including Dementia
Loneliness is a miserable feeling…and generic advice such as joining a hiking club or a…
Your Brain Is Hungry!
If you had a doughnut and coffee for breakfast, you probably wouldn’t be that surprised…
Use This In Case of Emergency—My Favorite Instant Stress Busters
Sometimes you just need some plain simple how-to advice—such as when you are sitting in…
What to Do If PTSD Makes Dental Visits an Ordeal
If you have PTSD, going to the dentist can be overwhelmingly stressful, including for your dentist. Here’s what helps…
Why Some People Feel Stress More Intensely Than Others
Surprising new finding on stress: Too little cortisol is just as bad as too much!
Tax Day Stress Relievers
Five natural ways to reduce stress and tension.