As a parent, you want your child to have goals and strive for excellence in all aspects of their life. Whether it’s earning good grades, excelling at a particular sport, or setting their sights on a promising career, you want them to have ambitious standards and do their best to meet those expectations. However, while…
Does My Spouse Have ADHD Or Are They Just Lazy?
Does your significant other seem to make little effort to fulfill requests and complete tasks around the house, on the job, or in general? If so, you might chalk it up to habitual laziness, but there could be another explanation – attention deficit disorder (ADD) or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). An estimated 4.4 percent of American…
How A Professional Counselor Can Improve Employee Performance
More than anything else, the success of a business often hinges on the performance of its employees. When performance standards are not being met or when a pattern of negative behavior or poor work habits develops, it can have a significant adverse impact on your company’s bottom line. One of the most effective ways to…
Why Affluent Communities Of North Atlanta Are Struggling With Anxiety, Depression, And Addiction
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the rates of anxiety, depression, and addiction among adolescents and adults are on the rise. One would think that economic status has a lot to do with this disturbing trend, but even affluent communities, like Milton, Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Sandy Springs, Buckhead, and Dunwoody in North Atlanta,…
How To Manage Your Body Image
Practically everyone is self-conscious about their appearance, especially when it comes to beauty, weight, and body proportions. After all, we all want to look our best – for our own satisfaction, as well as to make a positive impression on others. However, many people struggle with body image, especially with models and celebrities influencing our…
What Is Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and How to Treat It
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental disorder that can affect people of all ages. OCD is a disorder that causes anxiety – specifically, those with OCD have unwanted and repeated thoughts, feelings, or images (obsessions) that make them feel anxious or uncomfortable. This anxiety or discomfort is relieved by doing certain things over and over…
The Signs of Eating Disorder
It can be difficult to tell if someone has an eating disorder. Not all signs of eating disorders are apparent, and some individuals suffering from eating disorders may try to hide their condition. If left untreated, eating disorders can lead to serious health problems ranging from digestive issues to heart failure. However, there are some…
How to Cope with Walking the Darkness of Clinical Depression
Clinical depression is a serious mental illness that can affect anyone, regardless of age, race, gender, or economic status. It can cause feelings of sadness, hopelessness, fatigue, and a lack of interest in participating in activities. These feelings can last for weeks, months, or even years, and people can be left feeling like they’re going…
Tips to Find the Right Therapist for Anxiety
Finding the right therapist can be a daunting task when it comes to seeking professional help for anxiety. With so many options available, how do you know who fits you best? Let’s discuss a few tips to help you find the right therapist for your needs, the different types of anxiety, and where you can…
5 Signs It Is Time To Get Into Couples Counseling
All relationships have their ups and downs. After all, they involve two individuals with their own needs and desires, their own hopes and expectations, and their own communicative skills and abilities to express their feelings. As such, it often takes more than just love to sustain and enrich a relationship. If you’re going through a…