Watch the latest interview of Dr Christopher McCarthy on WCNC about materialism and happiness. Dr McCarthy explains what is materialism and why it does not generate happiness.
You may like:
- The Rise of Anxiety in Teens: How Did We Get Here?
Research indicates that the rates of anxiety and depression among teens in America have been rising over the past fifty to seventy years. In fact, some assessments reveal a startling five to eight times as many high school and college students who meet the criteria for major depression and/or an anxiety disorder diagnosis, as was met half […]
Read More » - Managing Separation Anxiety: What it is, and how to help your child work through it
The start of a new school year or a new semester following a winter break can cause a child to feel anxious. In fact, your child could experience what is known as separation anxiety, which is a condition that causes a child or adolescent extreme distress when he is separated from his parents or caregivers. […]
Read More » - The Power of Touch in Child Brain Development
In the last few posts, I’ve discussed the importance of adult-child interpersonal relationships in the fostering of brain development. In this interview, I discuss the importance of touch as it relates to child development and discuss the practical things parents can do to increase physical touch. I also discuss society’s overreaction to fears concerning child sexual […]
Read More » - 5 Reasons Your Child May be Stuck in Anxiety
We get anxious and worried frequently in the normal course of life. Most of the time we don’t even remember it. It comes, it goes, it is just part of life. But when anxiety gets stuck or escalates to the point it interferes with life what has happened? Think of the function of fear. It […]
Read More »
Chris McCarthy, PhD, LPC is a Licensed Professional Counselor. His two main specialties are working with children & teens with anxiety, depression, and behavioral issues, as well as couples counseling. Connect with him on Google+