Tag: Penn Medicine Princeton House Behavioral Health
The Rise of Gray-Area Drinking in Women
By Sarah Carstens, LCSW, LCADC
Do you ever find yourself reaching for a drink to cope with stress? Do you secretly worry that you are...
Help is Critical for Children Who Self-Injure
By Carolyn G. Bernacki, DO
As a parent, it can be devastating to discover that your child is self-injuring.
Initially, you might not be able to...
Young People Struggling to ‘Adult’ Need Extra Support
By Pete Maclearie, MSW, LCSW
When someone turns 18 there's no flip of the switch that illuminates the path to independence and adulthood.
Often, young adults flounder...
Navigating the Menopause Journey
By Susanne Steinberg, MD
Menopause is a natural phase in every woman's life, marking the end of the reproductive years.
And while much of the focus...
First Responders and the Family Behind the Uniform
By Melissa Sikorsky, MSW, LCSW
Behind every first responder, there is a family that faces unique challenges.
While frontline heroes protect and serve, their loved ones...
Navigating Mental Health Challenges of Fall Season
By Sarah Carstens, LCSW, LCADC
As the summer months fade and the leaves begin to change, many people experience a subtle shift in mood.
The transition...
