As wonderful as the Holidays can be for many of us, this is often a time of stress, anxiety, and despair for many suffering from an eating disorder. The Holiday Season is not only focused around gifts, and time with loved ones, but FOOD. Food is an obsession that those with an eating disorder struggle with every day, and the
This week, I was brainstorming on what to write for the Orlando Teen Counseling. I decided I wanted to find an inspirational video on YouTube about cutting and expand on that. Unfortunately, instead, I came across some disturbing videos about teens and self-harming. Because I have worked with many teens that self-harm, I have heard stories about them finding people they
Halloween has come and gone and now we are starting to see Christmas trees, Santa Clauses, and retailers decking the halls with sales and specials. Thanksgiving has gotten lost amongst the hustle and bustle of it all, which means one thing: The Holidays are upon us. The Holidays are a time when people enjoy Christmas parties, family gatherings and work
Being in a relationship is not easy and certainly can test our patience. So how can you tell if your relationship is worth your time and effort? A good question to initially ask yourself is: Are you feeling more stressed having a partner than when you are single? This might be a tough question to answer honestly with yourself, but it's
Self-harm comes in many different forms. Cutting is one of the most popular, but a self-harmer may also burn his or herself with matches, lighters and cigarettes; rub an eraser until it burns the top layer of skin, pick scabs and wounds or puncture the skin. No matter what form of self-harm is being done, help should be sought out.
There is an old saying “There is a fine line between love and hate.” You understand this now. You never thought you would be so confused, full of anger and overwhelmed by feelings. Being a divorcee and co-parenting never crossed your mind. You are hurt, angry and trash talking your ex. You try to not to say anything in front of
Flight Of A Mom With A Special Needs Child When we are about to take off on a flight, the flight attendants instruct us about our seat belts, emergency exits and oxygen masks. Few of us pay attention. We are busy settling a baby, telling our kids not to kick the seat in front of you and
Postpartum Depression and Anxiety Help, Orlando Women's Issue Counselor . How to tell if a A Mother Might Need Help for Postpartum Depression and Anxiety in Orlando. 1. She may feel anxious or panicky. 2. She has physical problems such as chest pain, racing heart, shortness of breath, dizziness, numbness in hands or feet, tingling sensations, nausea or
Police: Mom shoots baby, then herself in Sarasota murder-suicide. In September 2013 a devastating and very sad story aired on the Orlando news. The city of Sarasota needlessly lost a mother and baby. This story impacts us greatly at Life Counseling Solutions as we work with women who have suffered from Postpartum Anxiety and Depression. In Florida May
"I’ve heard of Postpartum Depression but what is Pregnancy and Postpartum Anxiety?" "How can I tell if my Anxiety is something to be concerned about or if it is New Mom Jitters?" 15- 20% of women experience Postpartum Anxiety and Depression (PSI, 2010). But did you know that some women may experience Pregnancy Anxiety or Postpartum Anxiety with or without the
