Some people inaccurately believe that addiction refers only to illegal narcotics or alcohol. In reality, addiction describes a chronic condition in which the brain develops an obsession or need for a specific stimulus. Interpreting the subsequent motivation or reward as a necessary pursuit, the brain of a person facing addiction is unable to abstain from [...]
Therapy Dogs and What They Do
New studies emerge regularly, allowing us to better understand a variety of illnesses. With this new knowledge comes a plethora of options for helping patients and their families cope with these illnesses. In recent years, one of the more intriguing therapies has become a popular practice. This form of therapy is known as the “therapy [...]
New Hope for Depressive Disorders
According to a new study, there may be hope for individuals suffering from treatment resistant depression. The double-blind study, called BROADEN(TM) (BROdmann Area 25 DEep brain Neuromodulation), analyzed the effects of deep brain stimulation (DBS) on people with severe depression. This specialized therapy does not rely on any medication. Instead, it utilizes an implanted device [...]
How Therapy Can Help Communication in Couples
There are countless factors that can negatively impact the condition of a relationship; infidelity, illness, addiction, depression, lack of communication, and anger issues are only a few. Unfortunately, even if both parties are open to working on the relationship, neither may have any idea how or where to begin. Regardless of the longevity or nature [...]
What is Hypnotherapy and Does It Work?
Used for centuries by shamans and ancient civilizations, hypnosis was once exclusively reserved for religious ceremonies and rituals. Modern hypnotherapy can be attributed to a successful psychiatrist in the mid-1900s named Milton Erickson who introduced its use into his practice. Recognized in 1958 as a viable medical procedure by the American Psychology Association, as well [...]
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MyTherapistMatch.com Founder to Speak at Health 2.0
MyTherapistMatch.com Founder to Share Innovative Technology to Improve Health Care at the Fifth Annual Health 2.0 Conference MyTherapistMatch.com is pleased to announce that Corey Quinn, CEO , will present “The Virtual Couch: Online Behavioral Health,” at the Health 2.0 conference to be held Sept. 25-27, 2011 in San Francisco. The Health 2.0 conference is the chosen forum [...]
What to do When Stress Becomes Overwhelming
While some individuals aren’t daunted by stress, others are consumed by it. It’s ordinary to feel overwhelmed on occasion; things such as exams, work deadlines and relationship troubles are likely to cause anyone anxiety. Unfortunately, not everyone knows how to effectively manage their troubles and the pressure becomes too much. Without the ability to effectively [...]
5 Steps For Dealing with Anxiety
The current economic climate is causing many people to feel stressed lately, and for good reason. Falling stock values, the housing collapse, and high unemployment rates have caused people around the world to monitor their finances with concern, wondering how they will continue to feed, house, and educate their families. Although the global economic situation [...]
Dieting and Stress: Finding a Balance Between the Two
For the obese, life is a struggle between conforming to societal norms and being happy with themselves. Despite diets and good intentions, many obese people share similar stories about their battle with weight-gain. For most obese individuals, overeating is a method of coping. Coping skills are tools people use to help ease the pain or [...]