Healing Moral Injury in the Age of COVID-19
By Clint Hougen, Ph.D., Robert M. Gordon, Psy.D., and Carolyn M. Springer - Much has been written about the experience of moral distress among healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. While there has been considerable emphasis on frontline workers, including physicians, nurses, and hospital staff, it is also important to consider the mental healthcare workers, who found themselves at similar risk of moral distress or injury.
Why You Need to Go on a News Diet
By Patricia A. O’Gorman, PhD - In my practice, I’m witnessing how stressed my patients are due to the news. My purpose in writing this post is to have you consider if this applies to you.
Cultivating Forgiveness During COVID-19
By Robert M. Gordon, PsyD and Taylor Groth, PhD - As the COVID-19 pandemic shifts into an endemic, individuals are experiencing prolonged feelings of uncertainty, unprocessed grief, and loss, and a high degree of emotional and physical exhaustion.
Vaccine Hesitancy: Understanding the Power of "No"
By Patricia A. O’Gorman - The subject of vaccine hesitancy is personal for me. I currently live in a rural section of New York state that has the highest positive rate for COVID-19 in the state. I, like many of you, am concerned.
The Psychology Behind COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy
By By Klarissa Garcia, PsyD and Robert M. Gordon, PsyD
Vaccines save lives. However, a sizeable percentage of the population is reluctant to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
Vaccine hesitancy is a major public health crisis, with complex psychological underpinnings. It is not unique to COVID-19. In fact, the World Health Organization (2019) named vaccine hesitancy as one of the ten threats to global health even before this pandemic.
The Return to School: Tips for Parents of Anxious Children
by Dr. Allison Winik
Is your child nervous about returning to school? Follow these steps to support them as they adjust back to in-person learning this fall.
How to Build Resilience During the Post-Pandemic Transition
By Robert M. Gordon, PsyD and Jed N. McGiffin, PhD - The pandemic transition phase presents unique psychological challenges. Taking steps to increase flexibility and resilience may help us navigate them.
COVID-19 Overwhelm: Yoga as Self-Care for Abuse Survivors
By Denise Bossarte - Abuse survivors are often triggered during the pandemic. A survivor of childhood sexual abuse shares research-based practices to reduce the overwhelm.
Sustaining Hope in Pediatric Care During COVID-19
By Robert M. Gordon, Psyd, Taylor Groth, MS, and Sara Schapiro, MS - Parenting children with medical conditions during COVID-19 is challenging. Here are tips to sustain hope.
Self-Compassion and Kindness During COVID-19
By Robert M. Gordon, PsyD, Usha Persaud, MS, and Sara Schapiro, MS - Self-compassion and kindness toward others can help us heal during the pandemic. Here are strategies to express these humanistic values.
The Aches and Pains of Working From Home During COVID-19
By Dr. Evan Johnson and. Dr. Nomita Sonty - Working from home during the pandemic led to emotional distress and physical pain for many. Treating mind and body together really helps.
Why Am I So Tired?
By Robert M. Gordon, PsyD, Joanna B. Wolfson, PhD, and Elina Talis, MA - Dealing with the pandemic can be exhausting. Here are strategies to deal with stress and fatigue.
Stress-Management Strategies for Healthcare Workers
By Rita M. Rivera, MS and Denise Carballea, MS - These strategies can help healthcare workers reduce overall stress and burnout.
COVID-19 Overwhelm: Self-Care for Abuse Survivors
By Denise Bossarte - Abuse survivors are often triggered during the pandemic. A survivor of childhood sexual abuse shares research-based self-care practices to reduce the overwhelm.
Suicide by Intentional Overdose in Children
By Patricia A. O’Gorman - Simple steps we can take during this addiction epidemic within the pandemic to detect teens at risk for suicide.
Surviving and Thriving as a Couple in the Pandemic
By Irina Wen - The pandemic has put many intimate relationships to the test. Learn how to protect your relationship from conflict and promote better communication.
Turn Play Into a Way to Understand Children in the Pandemic
By Ellen B. Luborsky, PhD - How can play help a child shed stress and feel understood? This short-but-true story shows how.
Existential Interventions During the Age of COVID
By Robert Gordon, PsyD - Life-threatening illness can be a catalyst for thinking about life’s meaning. Here are existential strategies to promote hope, growth, and purpose in patients and therapists.
Bring Creativity and Adventure to Kids' Lives During COVID
By Ellen Luborsky, PhD - Is life with kids getting monotonous during the pandemic? Help them discover simple pleasures.
The Waves of Grief
By Betsy Gard, PhD - Navigating the loss of a loved one can feel like being tossed and turned in a raging ocean. These tips and suggestions can help keep you afloat.