Mind Matters: Surviving and Thriving During the Holidays by Kathy Nickerson, PhD Mention the holidays and most folks are filled with glee, picturing beautifully wrapped gifts, family celebrations, and perfectly cooked meals. It’s not until we’re in the thick of things that we realize we’re overwhelmed - trying to do
5 Issues That Can Sabotage WLS: Most of us who work with weight loss patients know little about what makes a “successful long-term weight loss patient.” We do, however, know of several things that should be dealt with prior to surgery. In fact...if the patient can be candid enough during
Selma grew up in a Jewish family and when her father died, friends and family visited her and her mother to offer condolences. As is their custom, they often brought food. This custom frees the family to grieve their loss and to be surrounded by members of their community without
October is Breast Cancer Awareness MonthFact or Myth? Test Your Wellness IQ How much do you know about health and wellness? Take the quiz! Fact or myth: Diet soda is healthier than regular soda. Fact or myth: Drinking alcohol before bedtime helps you to sleep. Fact or myth: You can
Weight Loss: The Integration of Mind and Body Many people believe that they know what a healthy diet for losing or maintaining weight loss looks like. As a clinical psychologist who has worked with bariatric surgery patients for six years (I have done more than 1,100 pre-surgical evaluations for bariatric
If you are feeling down and out, you are not alone. Over 20 million people in America suffer from depression. Here are 10 signs and symptoms that may indicate you or a loved one is suffering from depression. 1. You are feeling hopeless 2. You are irritable or short tempered
One of the most frightening days of the year for many WLS patients, Thanksgiving! Taking the fear out of consuming too many extra calories can lead to a day filled with love, gratitude, and hope. These Thanksgiving tips can help you feel more in control and allow you to get
