person in counseling seeking help for coping with symptoms of obsessive-compulsive personality disorder

What Are the Symptoms of Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder?

Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (OCPD) is a condition that affects approximately 2-8% of the general population. It is not the same as obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), which is a different condition. OCPD is characterized by a pervasive pattern of being excessively preoccupied with orderliness, control, and perfection. People with OCPD may have difficulty delegating tasks, making decisions,…

Woman in counseling session discussing the difference between anxiety attacks vs panic attacks

What to Know About Anxiety Attacks vs. Panic Attacks

Anxiety and panic attacks can be overwhelming and debilitating experiences for those who suffer from them. In most cases, they occur suddenly, making it difficult for individuals to manage or control their emotions. While these two conditions are often used interchangeably, they are different experiences that require distinct approaches. As a leading provider of substance…

What Medications Do and What They Don’t

This is a big question for patients. It speaks to individual and societal expectations that we collectively heap onto medications. We see advertisements with happier faces after taking a specific drug, that we should “Talk to your doctor about.” We know of people who are taking antianxiety and antidepressant medications for mental health symptoms ranging…