Image by GERVASIO RUIZ Written by Kathy Drzewiecki. Reviewed by Erin Lawton, PsyD, LP. When we hear the word menopause (the point at which a woman has missed 12 consecutive menstrual cycles), most of us think of hot flashes, night sweats, and unpredictable cycles. But there’s a whole other side to this transition that doesn’t get […]
Category Archives: Anxiety
“Should I take a supplement or a prescribed medication?” As you might have guessed, there is no straight answer to this question. There are some instances when either a supplement, prescribed medication, or both are needed for your general health. The American Psychiatric Association has recently increased its focus on lifestyle psychiatry, which encompasses nutrition, […]
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Written by Dr. Idania Hernandez-Gato. Reviewed by Dr. Erin Lawton. Hispanic/Latinos are the largest and fastest-growing minority in the United States (U.S.).The population reached 63.6 million in 2022, compared to 56.6 million in 2015. By 2060,this group is expected to grow up to 129 million, which corresponds to 30% of the U.S.population. The Hispanic/Latino community […]
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It’s common for people to feel a little anxious from time to time. We might worry about our health, money, or family issues. However, anxiety disorders are more than just occasional worry or fear. If someone has an anxiety disorder, it doesn’t go away, and it can even get worse over time. This constant anxiety […]