We often joke with our friends about “stalking” their profiles, which usually involves nothing more than swiping through their photos and seeing what they’re up to. Pretty much everyone on social media does this to some extent and it is usually harmless. However, actual cyberstalking is a serious crime that can have terrible outcomes for […]
Author Archives: Kristina Robb Dover
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What are the benefits of counseling that can help with worries and fears keeping you up at night? If you feel depressed more often, thinking your life is out of control or there’s nothing you can do to change things, counseling can help. If you’re plagued by non-stop anxiety or know you have a mental […]
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Signs of bipolar disorder (BPD) may be difficult to recognize at their onset because symptoms often emerge during adolescence or early adulthood. Parents of teens know that moodiness, impulsive decision-making, and sleeping too little or too much are characteristics of teenage behavior. These “teen growing pains” could also be initial symptoms of bipolar disorder. It […]
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Suicide, or taking one’s own life, is a tragic reaction to stressful situations, grief and trauma. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 12.3 million Americans contemplated suicide in 2021 alone. Of those people, over a quarter put together a plan for taking their life, and about 14 percent attempted suicide. While […]
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For nine months, the pregnant body surges with hormones meant to support the health of the mother and the developing fetus. These special hormones also cause many women to experience strong emotional ups and downs that impact their ability to care for themselves and their babies adequately. When this happens, OB/GYNs may prescribe antidepressants or […]
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Mental health in America is in crisis. Millions of individuals live with mental illnesses. Many of these same individuals could benefit from treatment in an inpatient setting, including case management. In the sections that follow, we’ take a look at this important feature of treatment and explore what makes it a life-saving pathway to better […]
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Are you someone who struggles to focus? Maybe people say you interrupt in conversations too much or maybe you just can’t sit still. People of all ages and backgrounds occasionally have these issues. However, those with neurodevelopmental conditions like attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) face them constantly, along with a variety of other symptoms. While […]
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Personality disorder types are sometimes mentioned in news accounts, often inaccurately. Many people do not understand different personality disorders and find media and social references confusing, alarming, or complex. But what if you think you have a personality disorder? How do you know? Importantly, what should you do? Understanding Personality Disorders: Defining Different Types and […]
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Do I have PTSD? Not everyone who wonders whether they could have the disorder has had a childhood trauma test or any PTSD test. Yet, many of us may be plagued by nightmares or recurring and upsetting thoughts, anxiety, guilt, or blame. When and how do you know if it is PTSD? Understanding PTSD: Defining […]
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Mental health and relationships can be challenging to navigate. Yet, understanding how they are intertwined is essential to building a lasting and secure bond and sharing a life. Healthy relationships thrive with good mental health and can quickly deteriorate if one or both partners has an untreated mental health issue. If my partner’s mental health […]