Behavioral Health

Behavioral Health, Parenting, Pediatrics

What Are the Effects of Cyberbullying?

Cyberbullying attacks are launched at any time of the day or night, and are delivered in a format that is challenging to defend oneself.

Has COVID-19 Made You Addicted to Your Phone?

Since March, we’ve spent a great deal of time using smartphones and computers as a means to communicate. Are you addicted to your phone/technology?

What to Do When Coping Skills Don’t Work

Psychologist Yeraz Markarian, Ph.D. of Hackensack University Medical Center provides some insight on how to manage anxiety around COVID-19 and other stressful situations, and what to do when coping skills aren’t working.

Behavioral Health, Cardiac / Heart Health, COVID-19

What If I Like Being Quarantined?

If your anxiety is interfering with your daily functions or causing other physical or emotional symptoms it may be time to talk to someone or seek care.

Behavioral Health, COVID-19

Why Routines are Important for Mental Health

During the COVID-19 pandemic it has been easy to lose track of time as our rigorous daily schedule and commute have been replaced by being quarantined at home for endless hours and days, and the lack of a schedule has made many of us more uncomfortable than we had imagined.

Behavioral Health, COVID-19

Feel Pandemic Guilt? You’re Not Alone. Here’s How to Overcome It.

The coronavirus pandemic has stirred a variety of emotions and feelings. For some, feelings of guilt may also be experienced. Here's how to overcome it.

Behavioral Health, COVID-19

Stay Connected to Loved Ones in Long-Term Care Facilities During A Pandemic

Here are five ideas for staying emotionally connected to loved ones while visitor restrictions are in place.

Behavioral Health, COVID-19

Can Isolation During a Pandemic Lead to Depression?

From constant news stories about the spread of the virus and death, to economic hardships such as loss of jobs and income, it is easy to get mentally exhausted and only worry about the future of ourselves and our loved ones.

Behavioral Health, COVID-19

Front-line Health Care Workers Should Be Especially Mindful of Traumatic Stress from Coronavirus

For many, they are experiencing an unprecedented level of stress and as their beloved career has evolved into one traumatic episode after another.

Behavioral Health, COVID-19, Parenting, Pediatrics

Ways to Help Kids Cope with Coronavirus Fears

How do we help our youngsters cope with emotions surrounding the pandemic, not just now but moving forward? Our experts offer several tips.