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NAMI

October 23, 2008 on 11:24 pm | In Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Psychology | No Comments

NAMI is a great organization with many resources for individuals, families, and friends of those with emotional disorders. We will be speaking at NAMI events in PA and NY around election time. Hope all of our readers are voting in this critical election year. We are the only industrialized country in the world whose kids have a lower chance of graduating from HIGH SCHOOL than their parents did. What happened? VOTE! CE/LS

OCD For Dummies

October 17, 2008 on 8:11 pm | In Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Psychology | No Comments

You can purchase Obsessive Compulsive Disorder For Dummies on Amazon now and at your bookstore very soon. We love to hear comments from readers! CE/LS

High Anxiety

October 7, 2008 on 10:53 pm | In Psychology | No Comments

As the economy worsens many people look for ways to cut costs. For some, it might be luxuries like going out to dinner a couple of times a week, but for too many others, the cut comes by decreasing health care. Cutting back on mental health care is penny wise and pound foolish. Depression and anxiety left untreated can lead to serious health risks such as high blood pressure, digestive problems, and even death. Let’s all hope that the next election will bring us universal health care inclucing mental health parity. LS/CE

Help for OCD is on the way

September 28, 2008 on 10:49 pm | In Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Psychology, Uncategorized | No Comments

Check with your local bookstore in about four weeks. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder For Dummies should be on the way soon. My wife (Dr. Laura Smith) and I really enjoyed writing this book–possibly more than any other we’ve written to date within the For Dummies series. We hope you will learn a great deal about this fascinating disorder–whether you have OCD or someone you care about does. Let us know your comments! We honestly believe that you cannot find a resource with as much information about OCD anywhere (at least that’s written for the public). CE

Fall

September 27, 2008 on 10:39 pm | In Psychology | No Comments

Well, fall is officially here. In New Mexico the weather is still pretty wonderful. For those of you with Seasonal Affective Disorder if you have taken medication (such as Wellbutrin) you might check in with your medical provider to start up. Many people have successfully prevented SAD by taking these medications in the fall before depression is noticed. Read SAD For Dummies to get other strategies. CE

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

September 22, 2008 on 10:18 pm | In Psychology | No Comments

Current events and worries about the economy may be increasing feelings of anxiety and depression. Those with OCD may find themselves experiencing an uptick in their obsessions and compulsions as well. OCD For Dummies will appear on the bookshelves in about a month. If your symptoms are serious, please seek help from a mental health professional experienced in the treatment of OCD. LS & CE

Coming soon

September 20, 2008 on 10:25 pm | In Psychology | No Comments

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder for Dummies will be released in just a few weeks. You can preorder it through our website or see it in your local bookstores. We are proud of this latest project and hope that it can help those with OCD as well as those who are interested in the disorder. LS

Feeling Depressed About the Economy?

September 17, 2008 on 4:32 pm | In Psychology | No Comments

If you suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, or Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, the state of the economy may be getting you down. This is a good time to pull out skills from cognitive behavioral therapy. Try to focus on the present moment. Don’t spend time on thinking about the mistakes of the past. Do what you can today to protect yourself and your family but try not to dwell too much on future catastrophizing. LS

SAD Yet?

September 16, 2008 on 6:53 pm | In Psychology | No Comments

For those of you who suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder now is the time to start preparing for winter blues. Try to start a routine to get outside every day while the weather is still good. You might consider reading about cognitive behavioral therapy for SAD or getting out your bright lights. It’s best to start these now instead of waiting until depression hits. Good Luck! LS

September

September 10, 2008 on 11:01 pm | In Psychology | No Comments

The nights are getting longer. In New Mexico the smell of roasting green chili accompanies cooler air. People who suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder often begin to sense a slowing down, but for most symptoms do not get severe until the darker days of winter. LS