Compassion fatigue can lead to exhaustion and irritability. (Representative photo) When a person is struck by tragedy, the emotional and psychological impact can be overwhelming. But there are scenarios in which a person does not experience a tragic event, but may still feel traumatized. Secondary trauma can be triggered by world events like the war …
AAs the days get shorter and the temperature drops, feelings of cozy fall typically evoke comforting rituals: making soups, drinking pumpkin-spiced lattes, and gathering with loved ones. But for millions of people, the changing seasons can bring up more complex feelings and darker emotional states. Commonly known as the “winter blues,” seasonal affective disorder (SAD) …
Why Dr. Hamid confirms that my female patients anecdotally report fluctuations in cravings depending on where they are in their cycle, with a tendency to consume sweet foods like chocolate in the days leading up to their period. In addition to new findings about insulin and the brain, there are several biological mechanisms that may …
As the temperature drops and nights approach during the fall months, many of us will notice a change in our mood and energy levels. While it’s easy to dismiss this as just a bout of winter blues, it can be a sign of something more serious. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression …