Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is common in Massachusetts due to short winter days. Various coping skills and support from a licensed counselor can help you cope with the colder months and work through challenging emotions. Why Is Seasonal Depression Common...
Remember the common phrase, “fear of missing out,” or FOMO? This anxiety surrounding not going out on a Saturday night or attending a birthday party was almost eliminated once COVID-19 restrictions required us to stay inside. Yet, as quarantine restrictions were...
Your thoughts determine the way you view yourself and the world around you. Beliefs grounded in pessimism can negatively affect your emotions, feelings, and mental health. When we focus too much on them, they become detrimental to our health and well-being, often...
The word narcissism is often used to describe someone who is vain or full of themselves. But in psychological terms, narcissism is far more complex. In reality, narcissistic people avoid intense feelings of insecurity through an inflated self-image. Dysfunctional...
Were you ever taught that you are what you eat? As it turns out, the truth is not that far off — food has a significant impact on your body and mind. When we eat highly processed foods, we can feel sluggish, anxious, and depressed. Thankfully, you can improve your...
Political conversations can seem unavoidable — it’s on the news, social media and everywhere you walk and talk. It’s happening between friends and colleagues and, most likely, around your family. Politics is often a sensitive subject. Some may have strong...
When election season rolls back around, social media feeds, water coolers, and dinner tables alike begin buzzing with political hot takes. You may occasionally leave a conversation baffled by your friend, co-worker or family member’s decision to vote seemingly...
Psychological support is essential during any pivotal time in a person’s life, and joining the working world is one of the most critical. One of the primary benefits of counseling is guidance through uncharted territory, and the fast-paced workforce can feel...
Traumatic experiences have a long-term impact on our mental, physical, and emotional health. Whether it be a natural disaster, an accident, or a life-threatening situation, traumatic events can have lasting effects, whether immediate or delayed. While taking the first...
We all want what’s best for our kids, and choosing how we raise them is an important decision. There are four different parenting styles researchers have identified over the years. Whether you use a combination of types or stick to one, it’s best for you...
