Time is one of humanity’s most fundamental concepts, yet how we experience it is deeply subjective. We’ve all experienced those moments that seem to fly by. Perhaps it’s an enjoyable time with good friends or a favorite activity versus those hours that feel like days, like an exceptionally boring class or meeting. Either way, our…
Social connection in America is mired in an ever-increasing chasm of calamitous magnitude. Patients entering psychotherapy are increasingly struggling with feelings of isolation, loneliness, lethargy, boredom, and a loss of vitality and joie de vivre. Of concern is that this trend is escalating, resulting in a mounting sense of existential despair. Recently, I came across…
Meet John. He is a 62-year-old, tall, well-built, energic man with whom some would describe as someone with a heart of gold. He frequently donates to organizations like Save the Children and Big Brother Big Sister. John has been married three times; interestingly, he has a cordial relationship with all of his former wives. He…
Parenting a child with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re unsure how to respond to their needs. OCD often brings a cycle of intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions) that can disrupt your child’s daily life. The good news is that Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), particularly Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP),…