Author: avery

19 Jul

Posted at 21:58h in Articles, Identifying Abuse by

Understanding Abuse, Misconceptions, and Warning Signs

“He’s not abusive, he would never hit me.”These are words I hear often in my practice. Women describe controlling or abusive behavior in their relationship and then follow up with something about how their partner would never cross that obvious line

19 Jul

Posted at 20:20h in Anxiety & Depression, Articles by
Most of us know what a difficult transition it can be to have a baby, and it can be even more complicated if you or your partner is experiencing postpartum depression or anxiety. Whether this is your first child or not, the transition period after having a baby impacts your relationship with your partner. Try to keep in mind that the first months are the hardest, and once you find your rhythm, things get a little easier.

19 Jul

Posted at 20:11h in Anxiety & Depression, Articles by
Roughly 60-80% of new mothers experience the baby blues, which typically lasts for a couple of weeks after delivery. But for some new mothers, these symptoms don’t go away or they worsen. Early warning signs of Postpartum Depression include, but are not limited to the following:

19 Jul

Posted at 19:08h in Anxiety & Depression, Articles by
“I told the doctor I was overtired, anxiety-ridden, compulsively active, constantly depressed, with recurring fits of paranoia. Turns out I’m normal.” –Jules FeifferWe all know about depression and anxiety. If we have not experienced it ourselves, most of us know someone who has. We have all basically accepted depression and anxiety as a normal part of life. But, what if it’s not? What if there’s an alternative?