Written by Cait Mallay and originally published by the Rockland County Times. The new year is approaching soon and with that comes new beginnings and the brand new you. While it may be easier for some, It may be hard for others to make adjustments into their everyday lives, even the smallest of changes. Dr….
By Isabel Keane, Rockland/Westchester Journal News As the pandemic worsens, and many grow tired of following restrictions, now isn’t the time to let your guard down. According to public health experts, “COVID fatigue” has contributed to the spike in positive cases in recent weeks. People may be tempted to escape the cold and spend the…
Help your child have sweet dreams By ELORA TOCCI Sam was five years old when her parents separated. Shortly after they split up, Sam began experiencing night terrors, which led her to scream, cry, shake and sometimes get up out of bed. Sam never remembered the terrors the next day, but they deeply worried her…
Don’t panic! Advice for moms struggling with anxiety By ELORA TOCCI After Emily* gave birth to her first child, she suffered from anxiety. She’d had issues with anxiety in the past, and the birth of her baby intensified those feelings. When she became pregnant again, her midwife suggested she seek help to prevent a destabilizing…
Preparing your child should include more than new outfits; experts share advice for healthy bodies and minds. BY DEBORAH SKOLNIK Being prepared involves more than just new backpacks and clothing. The days are getting shorter, and before you know it the “Drive Carefully” posters will be popping up on telephone poles around the Valley. It’s…
By Barbara Ballinger, Hudson Valley Magazine View/Download PDF Version ’Tis the season for nonstop stress. Here’s how to keep the “Ho ho ho” in your holidays The holidays are the time of year when family and friends gather for good food, good laughs, and good company. But with the endless parties and dinners, family reunions…
By Linda Lombroso, THE JOURNAL NEWS View/Download PDF Version This winter’s persistent bad weather has made it hard to get outside. But it’s possible to fight the winter blues with easy strategies, says psychologist — and remember spring is on the way. STORY HIGHLIGHTS Cold weather and seemingly endless snow has given many a case…
By Linda Lombroso, THE JOURNAL NEWS View/Download PDF Version The demands of the holiday season can be stressful, with an endless to-do list and and not enough time. Take care of yourself, prioritize your obligations and learn to say no if you’re overcommitted. STORY HIGHLIGHTS Make time for exercise, as physical activity is consistently shown…
By Linda Lombroso, THE JOURNAL NEWS Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD, is a form of depression that hits during fall and winter, when the days are shorter. If symptoms linger and grow more serious, it’s time to seek professional help. Do you get down in the dumps every fall and winter? For some people, the…