by Michelle Chaban | Oct 20, 2015 | Healthy Lifestyle
We’ve often heard that the brain’s wiring is set and cannot be altered. However, with advances in neuroscience, we are learning that this may not always be the case. Dr. Metzner writes about plasticity of our brains and how we can all change our wiring...
by Michelle Chaban | Oct 20, 2015 | Schizophrenia, Treatment
A new study reveals that newly diagnosed individuals with Schizophrenia often do best with psychotherapy in conjunction with minimal psychotropic medications, according to New York Times article. Benedict Carey writes about the study that shows hope and promise for...
by Michelle Chaban | Oct 20, 2015 | Children, Treatment
In LiveScience.com, Cari Nierenberg highlights how a large number of children with mental health issues do not access mental health treatment with trained counselors or therapist. They often see their pediatricians for such concerns. Hopefully, more children and...
by Michelle Chaban | Oct 20, 2015 | Anxiety Therapy
We all have defense mechanisms that we use to ward off perceived danger. In PsychCentral, Jenise Harmon explains how we use defense mechanism and when they can become disruptive to our lives. Here is a link to the article:...
by Michelle Chaban | Oct 18, 2015 | Healthy Lifestyle, Parenting
Having a musical talent or interest has many benefits. However, many people may be unaware of how many benefits. According to a new study, playing a musical instrument may help spur emotional and behavioral growth in children. In the Washington Post, Amy Ellis Nutt...
