by | Aug 14, 2011 | Uncategorized
Childhood sexual abuse is a commonly occurring negative life event. One in four girls and one in six boys experience some form of sexual abuse before the age of 18. Many time children don’t tell their parents that they are being sexually...
by | Aug 14, 2011 | Uncategorized
Our jobs not only give us a way to earn a living, but they also define part of who we are and how others see us. When meeting someone for the first time, a typical question is “What do you do?” Our jobs are valuable. They provide: status, an entity that...
by | Jul 22, 2011 | Uncategorized
I am often asked about the difference between a psychologist and a psychiatrist or a social worker and a licensed counselor. There are many different professionals who provide direct service to people seeking help from mental health professionals. The education,...
by | Jul 8, 2011 | Uncategorized
What is ADHD?Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), formerly known as ADD/ADHD, can be characterized as Inattentive Type, Hyperactive/Impulsive Type, or Combined Type (both). Inattentive Type (formerly ADD), can affect a child by causing difficulty...
by | Mar 3, 2011 | Uncategorized
It is normal to have some amount of anxiety in preparation for a test. Different people have different levels of anxiety in this regard. Some people have good coping strategies for their anxiety and don’t find test anxiety to be a significant problem....
by | Feb 10, 2011 | Uncategorized
Although panic disorder strikes people from wide and varied backgrounds, most sufferers have some personality and emotional characteristics in common. People who...
by | Nov 16, 2010 | Orland park il counselor, Uncategorized
Welcome to our blog. Here you’ll find articles on stress, anxiety and counseling. We look forward to seeing you here regularly.Holly Houston, PhD
