Even if you were not one of the million hopefuls who recently cast their new year’s resolutions to the universe in the hope that these prayers, of sorts, would be answered, it’s not too late to ask yourself what you would like to come of 2010. View Full Article

You’ve probably heard that money problems are one the most significant factors that can lead to divorce. Without a doubt, differences in money management styles between two partners can ruin a marriage. In fact, you don’t even need to be married to fall victim to the powerful influence money problems can have on a relationship. View Full Article

You may have seen a popular 2004 documentary called “Super-Size Me,” a commentary on how eating McDonald’s fast food causes weight gain and a host of other health problems. View Full Article

For smokers, particularly those who have smoked for many years, the urge for a cigarette can be incredibly powerful. Beyond the physical drive that underlies the urge – the body’s expectation and need for nicotine – lies something that can be even more powerful: the psychological drive. View Full Article

In my private practice as a licensed clinical psychologist, I see the same tragedy on a daily basis. In a nutshell, too many couples are guilty of not having sex. In fact, many of these married men and women don’t even stop and think about the reality – that they’ve basically given it up altogether. These couples simply forgo sex and assign it a relic-status, as if it’s locked inside a moth-eaten attic. If this is you – and you no longer do it with your spouse – it’s time to start doing it again. View Full Article

In the world of psychology and mental health, self-talk refers to the inner dialogue we have in our minds as we go through our daily lives. When something bad happens to you, for example, you probably have a thought that flies through your head. For some, you may think to yourself 'I was so stupid,' while others may blow it off and think 'It wasn't my fault - I tried as hard as I could.' Whatever it is that you say to yourself, it's what we call self-talk. View Full Article

Last week a study revealed that America is watching more television than ever, with many watching approximately 140 hours per month. I know, it seems almost hard to believe. Aren’t many of those viewers also working 40 hours per week? Perhaps in this economy, no, but still – how many hours are there in a week?! View Full Article

The challenge to quit smoking is one of the greatest challenges a smoker may face in his or her lifetime. Smokers would likely tell you that it's easier to train for a triathalon than to give up the habit. What makes quitting smoking so awful? In twelve step groups (which focus on addiction), there is a frequently shared saying: "Addiction is a cunning and baffling disease." If you haven't experienced addiction, you may not fully digest what this means. If you're reading this article, you probably get it pretty easily. View Full Article