Clinical depression is a mental health disorder that affects millions of people every year. More than just a few days of feeling blue, the illness causes persistent symptoms and behavior over time that can lead to missed work days, feelings of worthlessness and possibly suicidal behavior. Medical and mental health experts have conducted considerable research on depression to better understand and treat the disease. ...read more
Counseling skills for couples therapy include acute perception, critical thinking, analytical ability, empathic listening, effective communication and objectivity. A skilled therapist assesses, evaluates and assists couples to achieve their therapy goals in an environment that feels productive, respectful and transformative. ...read more
The National Alliance on Mental Illness reports that one in five adolescents has experienced a depression episode. Depression is a debilitating disorder that can cause physical, emotional and mental problems, and in severe cases, lead to suicide. Though well-known treatments include medication and psychotherapy, a natural approach is an effective and safe treatment. ...read more
If you feel that you need psychological health care, it may be intimidating to figure out how to seek out that sort of help. Many people prefer to soldier through problems on their own, but this is not always the best way to go. Talking openly and honestly with your doctor is the first step toward getting the psychological help you deserve. ...read more
To take a depression test, visit a counselor or a medical professional. Online depression assessments can also be useful for assisting you with determining if you need professional help and how to go about seeking out the right type of treatment. ...read more
PTSD or posttraumatic stress disorder is an illness that triggered by traumatic events, such as life threatening or frightening situations. People with posttraumatic stress have trouble coping with what they have experienced. PTSD can develop in children, teens and adults for a variety of reasons. ...read more
When a person decides to get a degree in psychology, they are giving themselves a wide range of professions to choose from. Not all psychologists sit in a room and scribble on a notepad. When it comes to counseling psychology, there are a number of jobs to choose from, but many choose to teach or start their own private practice. ...read more
Anxiety is something that not to many people are comfortable discussing. A lot of people worry that others will treat them differently if they know they have this type of condition. But anxiety is one of the most common types of disorders that affect many people. There are some things that can be done to get rid of anxiety. Some methods may require the help of licensed professionals. ...read more
Depression affects millions of people each year. There are many different types of major depressions, which are characterized by their symptoms. Some depressions are mild while others are more severe and may need to be treated with medication or hospitalization. ...read more
If you are a veteran who has served in active duty and are now suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, commonly referred to as PTSD, you may be eligible to file for and receive Veterans disability benefits which will help to support you and your family until you are ready and able to go back to work. ...read more
Managed care is controlled healthcare that is overseen by a team of administrators. The administration of a managed care setting helps patients with costs and other decisions that need to be made. Mental health patients often need assistance with decisions about their health or prescription medicines. ...read more
Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder that is characterized by mood swings. It involves a depressed mood alternating with an elevated mood. The symptoms of the manic period include irritability, anger, elevated self esteem and high risk behaviors. The depressed phase involves a depressed mood, worry, anxiety, lack of concentration, fatigue and loss of interest in pleasurable activities. ...read more
Millions of people are afflicted with the illness know as depression. It is very difficult to get rid of depression and even harder to identify what stage of depression a person is in. There are typically two types of depression, but both are very serious and should be treated as such. ...read more
Anxiety can be a crippling disease, often interfering in the daily lives of anxiety sufferers. Many anxiety sufferers would rather manage the symptoms on their own instead of taking medication that may affect their moods or personality. There are many natural anxiety treatment options. ...read more
Psychologists refer to someone as being bipolar when said person often experiences great mood swings of mania and/or depression. Living with Bipolar Disorder can be daunting, but there are ways to help people suffering from it. Charting bipolar symptoms is one such way. Charting allows bipolar people to recognize unhealthy and damaging life patterns. With self-awareness and the help of a professional, bipolar people can lead successful and healthy lives. ...read more
By carynmarierose June 21, 2012
To those below: GET OVER YOURSELVES! Just because you did not get coddled and pitied does not mean that Dr. Stress is a horrible person or that he is not experienced in his field - which he very much is and is significantly better than the rest in the area. No, he's not perfect. But apparently neither are you. We're human. Perhaps you should lay off the drugs and alcohol and be a proper parent to your child before going off on some immature tirade about how you didn't get your way at a counselor/psychologist's office. The reason your kids are little snots is because you apparenlty FAILED AS A PARENT. Boo-freaking-hoo. Grow up. Move on. Get some thicker skin while you're at it. ...read more
By theresaann March 21, 2012
The Hypnosis Center of Eau Claire has helped me and also my loved ones to improve their lives. Richard has so much knowledge and understanding about his profession and is very capable of helping people to lose weight, stop smoking and with so many things that most people don't even know about. He helps people to build self-esteem, to have more confidence. He has helped my family through the pain of a van accident and also helped us through the grieving process of losing our son. Hypnosis can be used in so many areas of our lives to help us achieve our goals and to feel better. We can't thank Richard enough for everything he has done for our family. As we speak, a family member has lost 25 pounds after trying everything he could to lose weight. It is hypnosis that has finally helped him to begin the process of taking charge of his health and life. Hypnosis is very safe and natural...and a tool we use frequently to improve our quality of life. Thank you Richard. ...read more
By Anonymous Mom December 03, 2011
Honestly, if I could give him 0 stars I would. Just had my initial appt with him this morning for an evaluation and left in tears. Dr. Stress likes to bark at you, demand immediate answers, then cut you off when you're answering if what you're saying doesn't fit with his preexisting notion of his own uninformed version of the truth. He then twists your words and relates them to some other random completely unrelated thing that "you" said. The entire appt was spent defending myself against lies that my ex had told about me. According to Stress, however, he "can't be manipulated." I beg to differ. He likes to talk about his degrees and how he's right all the time, as well. I wonder if he didn't order the certificates from Fingerhut, because he has zero empathy, zero patience, and seems to be stuck in some kind of Freudian behavioral time warp. What an idiot! Do not give this hack even one cent of your hard earned $$. ...read more
