Bariatric Surgery is a highly effective tool that has helped many people achieve significant and lasting weight loss. While the specific goal of this surgical procedure is to help people lose weight, weight loss, by itself, is not the primary motivation for most people. Being thin is certainly not a
Due to stigma and a lack of sound information on traumatic experiences, laypeople can find it especially difficult to navigate the often far-reaching effects of trauma. As a Life and Wellness Coach, Psychotherapist, and Fitness Trainer with extensive experience in crisis intervention and acute care, I have often been tasked
The anticipation before having surgery can often be the most difficult part of the entire process. Despite what type of procedures you are scheduled to undergo, there are many ways that you can help reduce anxiety before bariatric surgery and plastic surgery. Researching what to expect during and after your
Americans today are more stressed than ever. We face stress at work, home, in our relationships, and even from lack of sleep. Unfortunately, we are finding that chronic stress is causing a serious impact on our lives and our health. We now know that chronic stress can lead to: High
Anxiety is extremely common among patients who are considering bariatric surgery. In a recent study, over 80% of pre-surgical bariatric patients met criteria for a psychiatric diagnosis (anxiety, depression). Of those patients with a psychiatric disorder, 46% had anxiety (Duarte-Guerra, et al., 2015). People with untreated anxiety with overeating and weight
Are you a worry wart? Do you find yourself worrying about little things that you have no control? Have people in your life told you that you worry too much? Worrying is a normal part of life, however, if you worry about small things that take up a lot of
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
