by calpsychiatry | Jul 30, 2020 | Aging, Anxiety, Apps, Article, Dating, Depression, PTSD, Relationships, Sleep, Social Issues, Technology, Telepsychiatry, Uncategorized, Women's Mental Health
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, scientists are even more motivated to see what social isolation does to the human brain. While direct causality cannot be assumed just yet, researchers suggest that social isolation can lead to cognitive decline and even a shrinkage...
by calpsychiatry | Jul 2, 2020 | Anxiety, Article, Dating, Depression, Relationships, Social Issues, Women's Mental Health
A new study conducted by a University of Arizona lab suggests that affection may be more genetically predetermined than we originally thought. While most physical attributes we have can be linked to certain genes, our personalities are much more complicated. In fact,...
by calpsychiatry | Jun 18, 2020 | Anxiety, Article, Depression, Relationships, Social Issues, Technology
Something’s up with our kids. Depression rates and suicides are on the rise. In a world that can feel scary and “psychologically taxing” at times, what can we do to help our children become resilient? The answer: treat their anxiety, as well as our own. In this piece,...
by calpsychiatry | Jun 4, 2020 | Addiction, Anxiety, Apps, Article, Dating, Depression, Sleep, Social Issues, Technology
With the rise of social media in the so-called “digital age,” people are spending hours upon hours on their devices. Evidence is showing that, if unchecked, heavy social media usage can be harmful to our mental and physical health. It's worth considering a digital...
by calpsychiatry | May 28, 2020 | ADHD, Anxiety, Article, Depression, Hyperactivity, Medication Management, Social Issues, Women's Mental Health
For years, ADHD was believed to be a disease of young boys. More research is showing that ADHD is going under-diagnosed in girls and women. When untreated, this mental disorder carries elevated morbidity and decreased life span by as much as 12.7 years in its most...
by calpsychiatry | May 14, 2020 | Anxiety, Article, Depression, PTSD, Sleep, Social Issues, Telepsychiatry
Whether you want to get better sleep, be more productive at work or exercise more, here are eight science-based tips for living a more fulfilling life! This article was first published around New Year’s, but the reality is it’s never too late to make a resolution!...
