For those of you who are morning coffee drinkers, what is that you like the most about it? Is it the ritual of making the coffee, is it the scintillating aroma, is it the anticipation of how it makes you feel, or is all of these things? Just this morning, while making my cup, I observed how the … [Read more...]
Attention Spans in the Age of Technology
It seems like kids today are not as good at concentration as we might remember being at their age. If your child seems to be having trouble focusing or finishing simple tasks without getting distracted, you may be wondering if it’s because of a mental health condition, such as … [Read more...]
The Effects of Screens on Kids and How to Set Limits: Exploring the cognitive, psychosocial, and psychological impact
“My precious,” coos Gollum from the Lord of the Rings, clutching his prized possession, the One Ring to Rule Them All. His obsession to possess the ring drives him slowly to madness. I often wonder, as a clinical psychologist who works with children and adolescents struggling with digital addiction, … [Read more...]
The Taboo of Mental Illness in the South Asian American Community: Why so much Stigma?
“I can’t tell my parents about this.” “There’s no such thing as depression, it’s just all in your head.” “I should be able to be okay. This is a sign of weakness.” These are just some of the statements I hear from South Asian Americans in my psychology practice. Even though they are born … [Read more...]
