by Arbor | Jul 15, 2016 | Articles
Social Anxiety Disorder is a disorder in which a person has an irrational and excessive fear of social situations. The fear usually relates to embarrassing oneself in public and concerns about being judged by others. It is the third most common mental disorder and it...
by Arbor | Jul 14, 2016 | Articles
When violence occurs, we may assume feelings like hatred, rage, or vengeance motivated the destructive acts. But more likely, fear is the impetus behind acting out. When humans feel threatened or at risk, our fear can propel us to lash out in an attempt to protect...
by Arbor | Jul 13, 2016 | Articles
Anxiety By Glenn Weiss, LCSW, CADC “I feel keyed up all the time and can’t relax.” “I think I am going to have a heart attack or go crazy when the panic starts. Then I am afraid to go anywhere because it can happen at any time.” “I know my fears are unrealistic but I...
by Arbor | Jul 9, 2016 | Articles
Definition: Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) is defined as a preoccupation with an imagined or trivial defect in appearance that causes significant distress in social, occupational or other areas of functioning. There is evidence that now shows a relationship between...
by Arbor | Jul 7, 2016 | Articles
Perhaps it was the time we screamed at our kids, or belittled them in an effort to curb misbehavior. Maybe we snubbed a friend instead of pursuing a difficult conversation. Cheated on our taxes. Took something that wasn’t ours. Manipulated a situation to get our...
by Arbor | Jul 6, 2016 | Articles
Resolution provides answers, certainty, peace, even the opportunity to let go and move on. Resolving an argument can bring people together, allowing a deeper knowing of each other’s viewpoints. Receiving test results from your doctor, even if the news is less...
