If you’re like most people, you are doing your best to stay calm during COVID-19 pandemic. But that can feel incredibly difficult at times. When not worrying about friends and loved one’s health, there’s also the conflicting information provided by the media and the economic ramifications of the virus that have people on edge. Signs […]
3 Things People get Wrong About OCD
According to the International OCD Foundation, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is “a mental health disorder that affects people of all ages and walks of life, and occurs when a person gets caught in a cycle of obsessions and compulsions. Obsessions are unwanted, intrusive thoughts, images or urges that trigger intensely distressing feelings.” While the definition […]
Coping with Anxiety During COVID-19 Pandemic
During the current pandemic and social distancing, what is normal is shifting. Where do you draw the line between necessary precautions and disabling anxiety? The funny thing about anxiety is its basis in uncertainty. The anxious mind needs to feel prepared and has a low tolerance for uncertainty. When we can lean into feared situations, […]