Dr. Yelena Zack, chief of psychiatry for Samaritan Hospital, recently wrote an article on the stress of buying a home for New York State Realtor magazine. [...]
The soundtrack of the holiday season may insist “there’s no place like home for the holidays,” but family gatherings and traditions aren’t always joyous and stress-free. What can you do to cope with the personalities surrounding the holidays? [...]
For some people resilience is a natural response, but for many it is learned. There are steps you can take to achieve the ability to recover from life’s difficulties. [...]
15 minutes of snow shoveling qualifies as moderate physical activity - that’s half of your recommended daily amount of 30 minutes! But, if you’ve been sedentary for several years, you should be as cautious about snow shoveling as you have been about exercise. [...]
This time of year can be particularly fraught with stress for children, as the hustle and bustle of the holiday season leaves many of them mentally and emotionally overwhelmed. What can parents do to make the season fun and safe? [...]
Next Monday is the big night -- Halloween! A few simple precautions can make sure everyone has a safe and fun time, whether you are on the hunt for treats or staying in. [...]