Posts by Dr. Steffanie Stecker
Music: Its Effects on Your Mood & Brain
We all love music, and its versatility means there’s something for everyone. Regardless of the genre, music makes us feel good. It’s there for us during difficult times like death or break-ups, and it’s there for us in extraordinary times, and is key to any celebration. If you are wondering why music has that effect…
Read MoreColor Psychology: The Effects of Color
Color psychology is the study of the effects that colors have on human behaviors and emotions. There have been many experiments with color since its discovery in 1666 by Sir Issac Newton. How does color affect your mood? Let’s take a deeper dive into color psychology. Color affects on Mood Color plays more of an…
Read MoreWhat is Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy?
Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy is a progressive and fatal brain disease associated with traumatic and repeated TBI’s or Traumatic Brain Injuries. These TBI’s include concussions or repeated blows to the head. There is no current cure for CTE, and the diagnosis can only be determined after death. What we know There is no cure for CTE,…
Read MoreWhat is Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder?
What is OCD? OCD or Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is a common and chronic disorder that can be long-lasting. A person has uncontrollable, recurring thoughts they obsess over or behaviors that he or she feels an urge to repeat over and over. These thoughts and images trigger intense distress for the individual. If you know someone…
Read MoreWhat is Anxiety?
Anxiety is a relatively common mental health disorder in the United States. We all experience anxiety, and for most, it’s a quick experience that some may or may not notice. However, it can be debilitating for others who encounter it more intensely and frequently. It can hold people back from living their lives fully. What…
Read MoreRebuilding your Marriage after Infidelity
Most marriages have issues that are resolved quickly. However, when there is infidelity, few marriages survive. After discovering your partner’s breach of trust, you may be asking, “Why did this happen? Was this my fault? Or can we fix this?” If you consider working it out, which might we add, is possible, it will take…
Read MoreWhat is Impulse Control Disorder?
Everyone acts on impulse sometimes. We buy something without thinking, or act irrationally towards someone or a situation. However, individuals with Impulse Control Disorder can not control their behavior and motivations. It is a psychological condition in which an individual is impaired of their ability to conduct repetitive behavior, poor or problematic behavior, or acting…
Read MoreChoosing the Right Therapist
Choosing the right therapist is an important decision. What should you look for in a therapist? How do you decide who is right? Are you comfortable? These are all fundamental questions you should ask yourself and research before committing to sitting down with someone regularly. Getting Started If you’re searching online for a therapist, going…
Read MoreBecoming your best self
Becoming your best self means seeking growth in all areas of your life. This means cutting the distractions and dialing in on your goals. The road to becoming the best you that you can be is a long one, and if you are working on discovering the best of yourself, the biggest part of it…
Read MoreUltimatums in Relationships
An ultimatum is an “or else” option given to you by your partner that is followed by some type of consequence. Some people believe that ultimatums in relationships are a good thing, however, they are detrimental to your relationship and can leave you feeling pressured or trapped. When ultimatums are given, it forces you or…
Read MoreTeen Anger: Tips for Parents
When teens are experiencing anger, it’s more than likely due to the inability to express their feelings properly. There are many things that contribute to young people expressing anger, but it has been found that most experiencing these behaviors are dealing with something emotional and not knowing how to manage those emotions. If you notice…
Read MoreAt-Home Learning: Tips for Parents
At-home learning has proven to be harder on children and their parents, particularly when it comes to mental health. Parents have had to become the leader in their child’s education, making sacrifices for their work and sanity. Children of all ages are starting to reap the effects of not having contact with their peers, struggling…
Read MoreHow to Start New Habits and Stop Old Ones
Habits are behavior that has become reflexive over time and often are a triggered response. It’s been found that habits start with psychological behavior called a “habit loop” which takes place in three parts. The first part is the trigger which causes us to begin to form the habit behavior. Then comes the continued routine…
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