Body-focused repetitive behavior (BFRB) disorders involve compulsive behaviors that go far beyond occasional fidgeting. Two of the most common BFRBs are: Dermatillomania – Repeated skin picking that causes sores, scabs, or scarring Trichotillomania – Compulsive hair pulling from the scalp, … [Read more...]

The sun’s out, the temperature is rising, and… you’re feeling depressed. While people typically experience the effects of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) in the fall and winter months, this condition can also cause some individuals to feel depressed in the spring and summer. Whether you have SAD … [Read more...]