Frequently Asked Questions
What are stress related conditions?
Most of us realize that stress can play havoc with our overall well- being. Often stress can manifest itself in some form of anxiety disorder. We treat most forms of Anxiety Disorders including Chronic Anxiety, Excessive Worry, Situational Anxiety, Panic Disorder and Panic Attacks. We also help with Stress management and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Sometimes the stress created by work & career issues or life changing events, can not only affect our outlook on life but can also cause serious physical implications as well.
What are depressive conditions?
Conditions that might affect a persons’ everyday emotional well-being may include Depression and Bipolar disorder, serious repercussions resulting from Grief and Loss, and Depression due to chronic everyday stress. Issues with Anger Management can also make life difficult to handle at times. We understand the impact these conditions can have on your life and the lives of your friends and family. If you will take the first step and contact us, we will help you find a path to recovery and serenity.
What are family and relationship issues?
Today’s fast paced world can present many challenges that can affect the family dynamic. Disruptions arising from Marriage and Relationship Issues, Parenting Issues, Domestic Violence and others can sometimes put a family in crisis. Sometimes the symptoms may include children acting-out in an attempt to deal with situations for which they have not yet developed the appropriate coping skills. We can help.
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What are other serious conditions?
There are many other serious conditions with which we can help including cases of Sexual Abuse in both minors and adults, Issues affecting Self Esteem at a very deep level, and Developmental Disabilities. In virtually every case, a motivated person can make remarkable improvements with a caring, qualified clinical practitioner. We treat these, and other conditions in adolescents, adults and the elderly.
Am I experiencing ANXIETY?
If you identify with several of the following signs and symptoms, and they just won’t go away, you may be suffering from an anxiety disorder.
- Are you constantly tense, worried, or on edge?
- Does your anxiety interfere with your work, school, or family responsibilities?
- Are you plagued by fears that you know are irrational, but can’t shake?
- Do you believe that something bad will happen if certain things aren’t done a certain way?
- Do you avoid everyday situations or activities because they cause you anxiety?
- Do you experience sudden, unexpected attack of heart-pounding panic?
- Do you feel like danger and catastrophe are around every corner?
Am I experiencing DEPRESSION?
If you identify with several of the following signs and symptoms, and they just won’t go away, you may be suffering from depression.
- Feelings of helplessness and hopelessness. A bleak outlook – things will ever get better and there’s nothing you can do to improve your situation.
- Loss of interest in daily activities. No interest in former hobbies, pastimes, social activities, or sex. You’ve lost your ability to feel joy and pleasure.
- Appetite or weight changes. Significant weight loss or weight gain – a change of more than 5% of body weight in a month.
- Sleep changes. Either insomnia, especially walking in the early hours of the morning, or oversleeping (also known as hypersomnia).
- Anger or irritability. Feeling agitated, restless, or even violent. Your tolerance level is low, your temper short, and everything and everyone gets on your nerves.
- Loss of energy. Feeling fatigued, sluggish, and physically drained. Your whole body may feel heavy, and even small tasks are exhausting or take longer to complete.
- Self-loathing. Strong feelings of worthlessness or guilt. You harshly criticize yourself for perceived faults and mistakes.
- Reckless behavior. You engage in escapist behavior such as substance abuse, compulsive gambling, reckless driving, or dangerous sports.
- Concentration problems. Trouble focusing, making decisions, or remembering things.
- Unexplained aches and pains. An increase in physical complaints such as headaches, back pain, aching muscles, and stomach pain.