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Overwhelmed: Overcoming Anxiety Brought on by Events in the World Around You

on January 25, 2017 at 9:44 PM /

I like to consider myself a rational person who’s calm and in control of what goes on around me. Sometimes, though, I can’t help but feel overwhelmed by the news, current events and all of those CNN updates that seem to pop up on my phone throughout the day. Just last week, I was watching the evening news and the anchors were discussing yet another school shooting that happened on the other side of the country. It feels like they’re happening much more often! My first thought was, “What if that was my kids’ school?” I felt intense fear just...

How Physical Activity Can Reduce Your Olympic-Sized Anxiety

By Dr. Wendy Rice

on August 17, 2016 at 7:22 PM /

I honestly don’t even know why I’m worried most of the time. We’re doing well with money, my job is perfect and our kids are happy, but for some reason I’m constantly feeling anxious. I have trouble sleeping most times, and lately I’ve been feeling like I’m on the verge of having a full-fledged panic attack. Michael says I should probably do some exercise to calm my nerves, but would that even help? I guess it wouldn’t hurt to try, but I just don’t have the energy to do tiring workouts every day. Whatever this is, I need to fix...

Facing the Post-Graduation Slump

By Dr. Wendy Rice

on July 20, 2016 at 7:08 PM /

I guess I haven’t felt like myself lately. Don’t get me wrong, I don’t think I’m depressed or anything, but I just feel…down. I really am glad that I finally graduated. With all the work I did over four very long years, who wouldn’t be happy to finally be done with school? But I guess I’m just scared of what lies ahead. Some of my friends already have jobs and others are planning on moving to different cities in search of an adventure, but I have no idea what’s coming my way. Was my hard work done in vain? It’s now...

Just Do It – Not Just for Nike!

By Dr. Wendy Rice

on January 27, 2016 at 10:06 PM /

I’m glad I get to go home now...

Keep Calm and Color On

By Dr. Elaine Spencer

on November 1, 2015 at 6:48 PM /

By Elaine Spencer, Psy.D. Licensed Psychologist I walked into Michaels Craft store the other day and was pleasantly surprised to see the front display was advertising coloring books for adults and I thought to myself, “Wow! Coloring really is the new craze!” So What is This New Coloring Phenomenon All About? The simple answer is that coloring can actually be therapeutic. If you were like me as a child, you spent hours with your coloring books and your parents probably thought you enjoyed coloring because ‘that’s what kids do’. We now know that children are on to something because not only is coloring...

Spotting the Signs of Body Dysmorphic Disorder

By Dr. Wendy Rice

on September 26, 2015 at 7:00 AM /

Chances are you, like many of us, have looked at a mirror and decided to improve a certain part of your body, whether it’s an uneven smile or the shape of your eyes. While this can be normal, these thoughts don’t interfere with our daily lives. However, some people can obsess intensely over a specific aspect of their image, which can be extremely harmful and problematic. Body dysmorphic disorder is a mental illness characterized by the inability to stop thinking about appearance flaws, whether they’re minor or non-existent. How can you tell if a loved one is experiencing body dysmorphic disorder?...

Up Close and Personal with Anxiety Disorders – Part 2

By Dr. Wendy Rice

on July 28, 2015 at 9:15 AM /

Part one of our series on anxiety disorders gave you a closer look at the different types that can affect a person’s life. This information can be extremely helpful when finding the treatment you, or your child, need. How can you be sure you or a loved one is inching closer to an anxiety disorder? At the Rice Psychology Group, we prioritize your mental health and want to help you identify common signs of an anxiety disorder. The Rice Psychology Group knows how important it is to address your issues. Let your journey back to normality start today. Reading the Signs It’s important to...

Up Close and Personal with Anxiety Disorders – Part 1

By Dr. Wendy Rice

on July 23, 2015 at 10:17 AM /

It’s not uncommon for an individual to experience anxiety at some point in their life. You might remember feeling nervous before giving a presentation at school or anxious when faced with a challenging task at work. However, an anxiety disorder is entirely different and can cause so much distress that leading a normal life can often prove problematic. At the Rice Psychology Group, we know that understanding an anxiety disorder can be an important step in dealing with the issue. In this two-part series, we’ll give you complete information about the types and signs of anxiety disorders. Your well-being is our top...