Walgreens announced earlier this month that it will now offer the heroin antidote Naloxone over the counter without a prescription. Law enforcement officials say the move will save lives. (Read the full article on the heroin antidote from CBS Local here.) It would work like an Epi-pen, and parents of children suffering from addiction would be…
DetailsBy Louis Dvorkin, Ph.D., Clinical Psychologist “I have a cousin who had manic episodes as a teenager. He went to college, but did poorly, dropped out and fell into a deep depression. He sought help and was diagnosed with Bipolar I Disorder (BID). With treatment, he returned to college, graduated, maintained steady employment and got married…
Details(PARK RIDGE, IL)- Park Ridge business owner Dr. Margo Jacquot was named a “Woman of Influence” by The Chicago Business Journal, an initiative that recognizes women “who innovate, succeed, and pay it forward” in their communities. Honorees were selected for their record of success in business combined with a demonstrated commitment to building the…
DetailsPhoto: Bonn Wade, who is a licensed clinical social worker, consultant, trainer and psychotherapist with Chicago Counseling Associates & Beverly Therapists, will lead the group. Photo Pidgeon Pagonis. Carrie Maxwell of the Windy City Times announced the expansion of the Gendernauts program to the Beverly community, located on the far south side of Chicago. “In…
DetailsAre your holidays with family neither merry nor bright? This time of year tickles our expectations for tidings of great joy celebrating holidays with family. But what happens when your family brings you feelings that are quite the opposite? What happens when you just don’t like or can’t get along with your mother, father, brother, sister…
DetailsShared by Dr. Margo Jacquot The holiday season, or the food season is upon us! While many of us look forward to all the holiday feasting and goodies, for those with an eating disorder, like compulsive over-eating, anorexia, bulimia, etc., getting through the holidays can feel a bit like running the gauntlet. What might Thanksgiving look like for…
DetailsBy Louis Dvorkin, PhD Question: I wonder if there is any connection between drug abuse and mood disorders? Two of my friends have been diagnosed with mood disorders, but they frequently abuse drugs not prescribed for them. Do drugs cause mood disorders or, do mood disorders cause drug abuse? Answer: This is an important, but…
DetailsBy Lauren Zerbst, LCSW What images come to mind when you think about the word “play?” Children running and shrieking with delight? Pets tumbling, frolicking, or pouncing on a toy? How about driving a motorcycle on an open road or gardening in the sunshine? Even a funny conversation with a friend or partner can…
DetailsBy Lauren Zerbst, LCSW Both men and women have pubococcygeus muscles or PC muscles that help with core stability, incontinence, and sexual functioning. They surround the pubic bones, sex organs, and make up the pelvic floor. Like all other muscles in the body, exercising these muscles will increase blood flow, feel great, and allow for…
DetailsTHE JUNIPER CENTER IN PARK RIDGE INVITES VETERANS, FAMILIES, THE COMMUNITY, TO COMMEMORATE VETERANS DAY WITH LUNCH AND ACTIVITIES TO DE-STRESS (Park Ridge, IL) The Juniper Center of Park Ridge invites veterans, their families and the community to commemorate Veterans Day on Wednesday, November 11, from Noon – 2 pm with special activities to promote…
Details
