A member wrote in with this question, which is a problem that
affects many people. Sex drive can wax and wane for a variety of
reasons. Difficulty in a relationship can contribute to what is
known as ... Read More »
I talked in my last post about my concern over the lack of more
tangible action by officials in sports like figure skating to
encourage both men and women to compete at a healthy weight. This
is ... Read More »
A member wrote that she has been panic attack free for awhile now
and suddenly they have come back. She is losing strength to fight
them off and wonders if there is anything she can do besides
... Read More »
With the winter Olympics beginning this week, I’ve been thinking
about how Olympic-level athletes train and prepare for competition.
The athletes deserve respect and admiration for their ... Read More »
"So, I'm trying it quit drinking. Apparently it exacerbates my
anxiety. Problem is my anxiety gets in the way of my sobriety. I
start getting so shaky, grasping for breath, can't think
... Read More »
If I had a dollar for every time I hear this from a patient I
could save our economy. This is a serious and disabling complaint
we hear from 22-33% of patients in our primary care offices.
... Read More »
One of the first things I learned in graduate school was the limits
of confidentiality in therapy. What this basically means is what
information am I required by law to keep between myself and my
... Read More »
"I am 28, married w/3 kids. I have BPD, IBS, and panic attacks.
Is there anything I can show or give my husband info about when it
happens and how to help me cope?" You mention three very
... Read More »
"Dear Dr. Dennis, Whenever I get mad at myself about something I
bite my arms. Hard enough that it hurts and leaves a red mark for a
few hours or more, but never enough to bleed (Which is
... Read More »
A member recently asked a question in regard to the death of his
father. Almost a year has passed and he can’t seem to get some of
the traumatic images involving the last few days of his father’s
... Read More »