If you find yourself struggling to fall or stay asleep, you’re not alone. Insomnia, the chronic inability to get sufficient sleep, is a common problem affecting millions of Americans. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s 2014 study, more than a third of...
Symptom or Cause? When patients come to see me seeking help for depression, anxiety, trauma or chronic stress one of the very first questions I ask is, “How well do you sleep?” Issues with sleep, such as sleep deprivation, disruption, or insomnia have long been...
When patients suffering from depression, anxiety or chronic stress come to me seeking help, I always ask about self-care. What do you eat? Is there a lot of sugar in your diet? How well do you sleep? Do you exercise regularly? Do you have a...
It has long been believed that having faith is key to getting through some of life’s greatest challenges. A spiritual practice can often give people the strength and confidence to push through obstacles and make positive changes. But can faith have a positive effect on...