Psychological Assessment 101

Many people are familiar with common mental health disorders, such as depression, anxiety, and substance abuse disorders, but they may not have heard of personality disorders. Others may have heard of the labels “narcissistic” or “antisocial,” but may not know that these fall under the category of personality disorders. So – what is a personality disorder? Personality disorders are different than other mental health disorders in that they are considered life-long and a part of [...]

Having ADHD can create a lot of challenges in one’s life, many of which have been discussed in other blog entries. However, there are also several positive qualities and strengths that are often seen in individuals with ADHD. A recent study found that individuals with ADHD were much more creative and free-thinking than those without ADHD. This creativity can be an asset in jobs and projects that require thinking “outside-of-the-box.” Additionally, many people with ADHD [...]

It is very common for individuals with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) to be diagnosed with another disorder, such as a learning disorder or mental health issue. Commonly, individuals with ADHD experience anxiety, most often as a result of the challenges and stress they face. In fact, it has been estimated that between 25% to 33% of individuals with ADHD also have an anxiety disorder. Why do we see so much anxiety in individuals with ADHD? One [...]

In general, about 26% of people in the United States over the age of 18 have been diagnosed with a mental health disorder, such as depression, anxiety, or substance abuse. Some of these issues begin as early as age 14, and most start by age 25. What this means is that many of our high school and college students may be experiencing mental health issues. College in particular can be a really difficult time for [...]

Screens and electronics are becoming increasingly present in our children’s lives. Televisions, smartphones, gaming systems, laptops, and tablets are easily available to most children and teens. This creates a difficult position for parents who want to limit their child’s screen time but don’t want to face a battle. Many parents often ask, “How much screen time is too much? Is it really that bad?” New research has the answers. In a recent study from San [...]