While many people love the start of fall, for those with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) fall usually means the start of their SAD symptoms are just around the corner. With shorter days, less sunlight and colder temperatures many people who struggle with SAD may notice symptoms as early as October (if you live in the northeast region of the United States). If you struggle with SAD here are a few … [Read more...] about Preparing for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
The Importance of Vacations for Couples
Its that time of the year again—vacation time! We all know that vacations can be a great way to recharge ourselves…but they can also recharge our relationship. Regardless of budget I highly recommend that couples take at least one vacation a year together (and by together, I mean just the two of you—no extended family or with friends). Here is why vacations can be so helpful for couples: … [Read more...] about The Importance of Vacations for Couples
5 Benefits of a “Business of Marriage” Weekly Meeting
A “Business of Marriage” meeting is an intentionally scheduled sit-down talk with your partner to review important topics such as finances, career challenges, childcare or pet care matters, upcoming visit or trips and even an emotional check-in. Ideally the meeting will happen on a weekly basis, is scheduled ahead of time, and can be as long as or as short … [Read more...] about 5 Benefits of a “Business of Marriage” Weekly Meeting
5 Common Questions About Vaginismus
What is Vaginismus?:Vaginismus is when the muscles surrounding the vaginal opening involuntarily contract or spasm, making penetration of any kind painful, if not impossible. What are the Symptoms of Vaginismus?: Many women with vaginismus are unable to tolerate inserting a tampon, having a pelvic exam or having penetrative sex. Often women will describe attempts at penetrative sex as if their … [Read more...] about 5 Common Questions About Vaginismus
10 Surprisingly Common Causes of Women’s Low Sexual Desire
Many women experience low sexual desire at points in a long-term relationship and mistakenly believe (or their partners mistakenly believe) that the cause is hormonal. Because women have “responsive or receptive” sexual desire (unlike men who have spontaneous desire) women’s sexual desire is more likely to be impacted a range of stressors and factors. Consider these common barriers that can lower … [Read more...] about 10 Surprisingly Common Causes of Women’s Low Sexual Desire
The Importance of Collaborative Care
Multiple studies at this point have demonstrated the effectiveness of collaborative care in treating complex sexual issues such as female sexual/pelvic pain (Reissing, Binik, Khalif, Cohen & Amsel, 2003; Brotto, Young, Smith & Sadownik, 2015; Bergeron, Corsini-Munt, Aerts, Rancourt, & Rosen, 2015; Meena, 2009). There are many factors that cause and/or magnify sexual/pelvic pain from … [Read more...] about The Importance of Collaborative Care
