The Power of Decision-Making
I recently had to make a hard decision. Though I knew I had to make the decision, I still didn’t want to. It was quite difficult for me because, often, I am not brave. I …
Psychological Assessment After a Traumatic Brain Injury
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) causes changes in how the brain works. A severe jolt, bump or blow to the head often results in various physical and psychological symptoms and can be fatal if left …
Exhaustion: How to Recognize the Signs
Over the weekend, I saw the new movie Elvis in theaters. I honestly did not know much about Elvis before I saw the movie, but I left the theater feeling sad about the end of …
Becoming Mother
Happy Mother’s Day to all you moms and dads (who double as moms). As a fellow mom myself, I can attest to how difficult the parenting experience can be. We take for granted the enormous …
From Distress to Discovery
How often do you let yourself really imagine your dream life? Outside of sandy beaches and a tropical smoothie with a little umbrella, do you really allow yourself to imagine in detail what your life …
Depression is a Liar
Depression is a liar, and it can be convincing. Many of us personally know depression. Maybe you’ve even received a diagnosis, making sense of the desperation that has claimed your mind and body. The problem …