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The Importance of Sleep for Mental Health
The Importance of Sleep for Mental Health 2560 1707 Long Island Counseling Services

Good sleep is more than just a means of recharging the body’s physical energy. It is an essential component of mental well-being. Often, the significance of sleep for mental health is overshadowed by discussions about genetics, traumas, and even diet and exercise. Yet, sleep plays an equally crucial role in our psychological health, impacting everything from stress levels to cognitive performance. The Critical Role of Sleep in Mental Health Research indicates that sleep and mental…

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Why ADHD May Go Underdiagnosed in Young Girls
Why ADHD May Go Underdiagnosed in Young Girls 2560 1692 Long Island Counseling Services

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a condition often associated with boys, but emerging research and clinical data reveal that this perspective is misleading. Many young girls are suffering from ADHD but are not receiving appropriate diagnoses, thereby missing out on vital treatments. The causes for this are varied, and there is no single cause. But because expert estimate that ADHD is equally as prevalent in women as it is in men, despite women representing less than…

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Therapy Options for Bulimia
Therapy Options for Bulimia 2560 1707 Long Island Counseling Services

Eating disorders have a wide variety of symptoms, causes, and difficulties. Bulimia is one of the most common forms of disordered eating. It involves periods of binge eating (excessive food consumption) followed by purging (typically vomiting or laxatives) that can lead to poor health, stress, anxiety, depression, and more. But therapy can help. Therapy with an experienced therapist or counselor can help patients with bulimia manage the symptoms and take better control over their eating…

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Does Suggesting Couples Therapy Mean Your Relationship is Ending?
Does Suggesting Couples Therapy Mean Your Relationship is Ending? 2560 1706 Long Island Counseling Services

Couples counseling and marriage therapy are typically seen as “last resorts.” Many people believe, incorrectly, that couples therapy is only for those that are on the brink of divorce, or that if a partner suggests couples counseling, it means that there are serious threats to their marriage. It is true that marriage counseling can be an outstanding way to address a struggling relationship. But the goals of couples therapy – as well as the situations…

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Finding Mental Wellness Despite Depression
Finding Mental Wellness Despite Depression 2560 1707 Long Island Counseling Services

Feeling sad is normal part of life. When dealing with troubling events or experiencing overwhelming emotions, sadness is a natural part of coping, acceptance, and healing. When that sadness begins to keep us from our daily tasks and hold us back from enjoying life though, we may be dealing with depression instead. Depression comes in many different forms. Seasonal or temporary depression can be caused by circumstances or specific events. Chronic depression can become a…

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Healthy Ways to Address Childhood Trauma
Healthy Ways to Address Childhood Trauma 1707 2560 Long Island Counseling Services

People are quick to refer to children as “tough” and “resilient,” or claim they’ll bounce back from most negative experiences. This commonly held view unfortunately ignores the reality and impact that childhood trauma can have on us – not only during childhood, but well into adulthood as well. Whether the abuse was verbal, physical, domestic, or sexual in nature, the effects of untreated or severe childhood trauma can last long into adulthood if the pain…

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Healthy Habits for Healing from Trauma
Healthy Habits for Healing from Trauma 2560 1707 Long Island Counseling Services

Despite how things may feel after surviving a traumatic experience, everyone has the ability to live a meaningful and healthy life. No matter what you’ve gone through, healing is possible no matter the trauma of your past. That isn’t to say healing is a simple task, or that it will feel easy long way. The road to healing has a lot of potential distractions and that seem like shortcuts and often the only way forward…

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How to Identify Traumatic Triggers
How to Identify Traumatic Triggers 2560 1733 Long Island Counseling Services

Every day we experience more emotions than we can keep track of. Whether it is happiness, sadness, anger, disgust, fear, confusion, or anything in between, we are often expected to be ready to respond to a wide variety of emotions. At any given point these emotions can also catch us off guard due to something we’ve experienced in the past, or because of an uncomfortable situation we are currently in. These emotional “triggers” are often…

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Premature Ejaculation and Sexual Dysfunction Treatment at LICS
Premature Ejaculation and Sexual Dysfunction Treatment at LICS 2560 1440 Long Island Counseling Services

Long Island Counseling Services Offers Therapy for Premature Ejaculation and Other Sexual Dysfunctions – Offices in East Meadow and Melville, NY Sexual health and well-being are integral to an individual’s overall quality of life. Sexual dysfunctions, such as premature ejaculation, can disrupt emotional connections and lead to feelings of inadequacy, stress, or depression. At Long Island Counseling Services, our team of professional therapists is dedicated to helping individuals address and overcome the challenges associated with…

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One Way Depression and Sleep Are Connected – And How You Can Change It
One Way Depression and Sleep Are Connected – And How You Can Change It 2560 1709 Long Island Counseling Services

Managing our mental health involves recognizing the intricate ways in which our behaviors or experiences influence the symptoms of our conditions. Often, these connections are subtle, eluding easy identification. Many label this as a “self-fulfilling prophecy,” but a more accurate descriptor is the “psychology of avoidance.” When we actively sidestep triggers or situations we’re uneasy with, we inadvertently intensify our negative reactions to them. Take arachnophobia, or the fear of spiders. If you consistently dodge…

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