by drsnipes | Jul 7, 2017 | Depression, Understanding Symptoms
While there are many symptoms of depression, each of these symptoms can be caused by other things. Depression indicates a chemical imbalance which can be caused by stress, trauma, negative thinking and more
by drsnipes | May 3, 2017 | Anger, Anxiety
1. Keep your house clutter free 2. Allow “wiggle-room” in your schedule 3. Get a pet 4. Maintain clear communication with house-members 5. Get up 15 minutes earlier for extra time 6. Lay out your clothes and book bag/brief case the night before 7. Set 2...
by drsnipes | Nov 16, 2016 | Anxiety, Uncategorized
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADD) is one of the most common diagnoses. The interesting thing is that it has many symptoms that are very similar to anxiety, depression and giftedness. It is important to be aware of the symptoms of you are experiencing,...
by drsnipes | Nov 16, 2016 | Anxiety, Depression, Mind-Body Connection
Your brain is the main control center of the body. You experience the world through your senses. When the sensory input reaches the brain it figures out what the information means, based on prior learning experiences, and what to do about it. For example, when you are driving and you see a yellow light, based on your prior experiences, your body sends the signals out to either slow down or speed up.
by drsnipes | Nov 16, 2016 | Addiction
Sometimes it is helpful to relate your experiences to something else, in order to more clearly understand it. The movie, “Pinocchio,” can be used as a metaphor for addiction, Jiminy Cricket as their “sober selves” or conscience, and becoming a real boy without “strings” as ultimate recovery.
by drsnipes | Nov 16, 2016 | Addiction
Not everyone is in a bad place when they start using. Some people use drugs, gamble or engage in other behaviors recreationally. As the “happy chemicals” in your brain got used up, and other coping skills became overwhelmed, the addictive behaviors were used to help...
