Posts by Dr. Steffanie Stecker

Sleep plays an important role in our physical, mental, and emotional health. As the clocks have“sprung forward” this month, it is a great time to talk more in depth about sleep! Sleep is anessential function in order to survive. Sleep helps humans recover, recharge, and remain healthy,fighting off disease and sickness. Without enough sleep, your…

Let us face it- setting boundaries can be hard! To start, what exactly are boundaries? Personalboundaries are limits and rules that we set for ourselves within relationships. It is a way ofcommunicating needs and values to others and to self in order to protect against them beingviolated or disrespected. Healthy boundaries are a form of…

Adults with autism typically Have ifferences in the way people perceive their environments and those around them. Process information differently, and communicate differently, which creates communication barriers. Maintain rigid patterns and rituals can interfere with social interaction and quality of life The main symptoms of autism are social and behavioral challenges, such as: Autism spectrum…

As December comes to an end, you may be thinking of making some new year’s resolutions, but this year let’s challenge you to make more meaningful ones. The majority of New Year’s resolutions fail by February. In the first month of the year, most of us abandon our aspirations. Why is this the case? As a…

In children, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a mental health disorder that makes it very hard for them to focus on schoolwork, pay attention, and sit still. In children with ADHD, it is more difficult for them to control themselves than children of their age, which can lead to difficulties in both school and at…

Although the holidays are often a joyful time of the year, they can also cause stress. As a result of a global pandemic, many are dealing with the unique pressures associated with the holiday season. At this particular moment, you may feel as if your stress levels are higher. In the long run, stress can…

A self-saboteur is someone who actively or passively prevents themselves from achieving their goals. Nearly every aspect of our lives can be affected by this behavior, whether it is a relationship, a career goal, or a personal goal like losing weight. This cycle of behavior is very common, but it can be extremely frustrating because…

Cutting screen time in your child’s life may be something you do regularly. However, if you are noticing your child is having a hard time getting away from their screens it may be time to take action. Research has found that excessive screen time is linked to anxiety, depression, ADHD, and obesity in children. The…