Trauma Institute
Trauma Institute Trauma Institute at the Center for the Treatment of Anxiety and Mood Disorders Trauma can be defined as an adverse experience in life that affects us in very significant ways and that often challenges our sense of normalcy in our individual worlds, and/or the world in general. Examples of what may be experienced […]
The Learning Center
The Learning Center The Learning Center is offered through the Clinical Services at the Center for the Treatment of Anxiety and Mood Disorders or through The Children’s Center for Psychiatry, Psychology and Related Services Learning should be empowering and meaningful for all students. Our new services being offered include the teaching of strategies to maximize […]
Substance Abuse & Alcohol Abuse Treatment Programs
Substance Abuse & Alcohol Abuse Treatment Programs Most people are aware that there are a large variety of substances out there that carry some mood-disrupting side effects. The most well-known substances would include alcohol and illegal drugs, which can cause major behavioral changes in the individual taking them. There are also many prescribed medicines that […]
Stress Disorders
Stress Disorders Remember that major test in school you weren’t prepared for? Or the nerves that rattled you as you heard the news on that big promotion? Stress and anxiety are very common parts of people’s lives. We have all experienced them at one point or another, we all handle them differently, and most of […]
Social Anxiety Disorder
Social Anxiety Disorder Are You Affected By Any Of These Symptoms? Low self-esteem Trouble being assertive Negative self-talk Sensitivity to criticism Poor social skills Avoidance of social situations or extreme discomfort while in these situations Could You Have Social Anxiety Disorder? The above symptoms, coupled with an unreasonable fear of situations in which you believe […]
Sexual Dysfunction Disorder Treatment
Sexual Dysfunction Disorder Treatment Recently, several small studies have suggested that there may be a link between anxiety disorders and sexual disorders. While the study of this relationship is just beginning, researchers have seen connections wherein those who suffer from panic disorder, anxiety disorder, and social anxiety disorder also have noted an increase in impairment […]
Separation Anxiety Disorder Treatment
Separation Anxiety Disorder Treatment The summer is waning – it’s almost time for autumn to roll around again, which means school will be starting soon. While most children look forward to this time so they can see their friends and enjoy various school activities, this can be a period of major anxiety for some school-aged […]
Psychosomatic Disorders
Psychosomatic Disorders What is a Psychosomatic Disorder? The term “psychosomatic disorder” is mainly used to mean “a physical disease that is thought to be caused, or made worse, by mental factors.” The term is also used when mental factors cause physical symptoms but where there is no physical disease. For example, chest pain may be […]
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy What Is Psychodynamic Psychotherapy? Psychodynamic psychotherapy is a method of verbal communication that is used to help a person find relief from emotional pain. It attributes emotional problems to the patient’s subconscious motives and conflicts. It is for this reason that psychodynamic psychotherapy can be such an effective treatment. Psychodynamic Psychotherapy Can Be […]
Post Traumatic Stress Disorders
Post Traumatic Stress Disorders As much as we all try to make it through life experiencing only happy and peaceful times, many people endure traumatic events at one point or another. And, while, we’d like to think that once the event has finished we will simply move on and pretend like it never happened, unfortunately, […]