Great Lakes Psychology Group Blog
2,033 FOLLOWERS
Collaborative counseling and psychological services for children, adolescents, adults, couples & families. Multiple Metro Detroit locations.
Great Lakes Psychology Group Blog
2y ago
Online Therapy Works The popularity of online therapy has surged since the onset of the pandemic in 2020. While the pandemic was certainly a catalyst for the push to virtual therapy, people are still enjoying the convenience and comfort online therapy can provide, among other benefits. Beyond its convenience, research shows that online therapy is ..read more
Great Lakes Psychology Group Blog
2y ago
If you tend to procrastinate, why do you think you get stuck in this cycle? Here’s a hint: it’s not just a time management problem and it doesn’t mean you’re lazy. Procrastination is often related to perfectionism, low self-esteem, fear of failure or criticism, and a low tolerance for discomfort. Let’s talk about how all ..read more
Great Lakes Psychology Group Blog
2y ago
While the winter holidays and their traditions can certainly bring joy, comfort, and nostalgia, they also tend to cause stress and overwhelm. There’s the pressure of shopping for gifts, the busy social calendar, and more time spent with family – which for many people means confronting strained or complicated relationships. Here are three ways to ..read more
Great Lakes Psychology Group Blog
2y ago
What is mindfulness exactly? It’s a state of open awareness and acceptance of whatever is going on for you internally and externally in the present moment. Some people tend to be more naturally mindful than others. But mindfulness is also a set of skills that can be practiced, say, through mindfulness meditation – the practice ..read more
Great Lakes Psychology Group Blog
2y ago
Three children’s medical groups have declared the mental health of kids and teens to be a national emergency, citing the pandemic and social media as chief contributing factors to the current crisis. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) and Children’s Hospital Association are encouraging parents to get ..read more
Great Lakes Psychology Group Blog
2y ago
How would you say your social connectedness has shifted since before the pandemic? Maybe you’ve managed to stay in touch with close friends, but get-togethers with less connected friends have fallen away altogether. Without a strong sense of connectedness, we’re more at risk of loneliness. Research has shown that loneliness has been linked to hypervigilance ..read more
Great Lakes Psychology Group Blog
2y ago
If you’re one of the 85% of adults in the US who own a smartphone, you’re aware of the amazing abilities of the device in your pocket. You have access to endless knowledge and entertainment. You can get connected to anyone you’ve ever known. You can keep a photographic catalogue of your life and a ..read more
Great Lakes Psychology Group Blog
2y ago
We’re living in the era of the 24/7 news cycle, constant updates on happenings all around the world, and endless platforms from which to receive the news. The structure of media apps makes it so you can keep scrolling through headlines indefinitely, making it difficult to pull yourself away from the constant stream of eye-catching ..read more
Great Lakes Psychology Group Blog
2y ago
Do you tend to doubt your abilities at work and write off your achievements as lucky or unearned? You may be dealing with imposter syndrome, and you’re not alone. Coined by psychologists in the 1970s, “imposter syndrome” is not a mental disorder but rather a common experience characterized by feelings of self-doubt and fear of ..read more
Great Lakes Psychology Group Blog
2y ago
The first day of school is approaching as pediatric Covid cases are on the rise. Parents of school-aged kids may be feeling the dread of embarking on yet another school year amidst the backdrop of the pandemic. Regardless of your attitude toward masks, vaccination, and social distancing, the fact is it’s a stressful time to ..read more