The sudden death of a loved one. A natural disaster. Abuse or assault. More than half of the population in the U.S. will experience at least one of these traumatic and life-altering events.
The practice of “mindfulness” is becoming more commonplace as part of mental health treatment as research demonstrates that mindfulness helps reduce anxiety and depression.
Paul Schommer overcame an eating disorder as a teenager during treatment at Rogers that has allowed him to now compete as a member of the U.S. Biathlon Team. We invited Paul to share his thoughts on food and diet.
Despite being highly treatable, about a third of those suffering from anxiety actually seek treatment. For those who do, research shows cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is highly successful.
The teenage years are an exciting and challenging time of change which can produce a lot of stress and uncertainty. In fact, girls are twice as likely as boys to develop mood disorders that can present as anxiety and depression.
It’s not uncommon to hear that taking a medication for an opioid use disorder is “trading one addiction for another.” But is this really true? Dr. Ian Powell helps explain the truth about using medication assisted treatment to help those living with opioid use disorder.
Every day teachers, guidance counselors, and school social workers encounter students struggling with anxiety. We discuss the warning signs and how educators and parents can work together to help children who are suffering.
Have you ever felt anxious about taking a test, giving a presentation, or running a race? Everyone experiences anxiety at some point in their life. But when does healthy anxiety become an anxiety disorder?
More kids are experimenting with alcohol and drugs at an early age, and recognizing the signs of substance use becomes critical.
“I’m so OCD!” has become a trending phrase on social media. But what is it really like to have obsessive compulsive disorder? Dr. Brad Riemann discusses the reality.
