The terms “psychologist” and “psychiatrist” are often used interchangeably by those unfamiliar with the field of medical health. While both professionals treat those struggling with mental health issues on an individual basis, there are some significant differences between them. These differences lie in the aspects of professional scope, training, and education. So, what is the […]
As with all partnerships in your life, finding a psychotherapist that’s the right fit for you can take some trial and error. Sometimes you may be lucky enough to find someone you click with right off the bat, but other times you may need to dig a little deeper to find a good match. Here […]
Anxiety, depression – are they both the same thing? Both are generally distressing emotional states to deal with, but there are key differences between them, and they are different conditions. Depression prompts feelings of reduced energy, sadness, and despair. Anxiety engenders feelings of worry, dread, and nervousness. It is possible to have both conditions at […]
Life is a complex thing. We cycle through a variety of circumstances – and emotions – through the years. Sometimes, everything seems to be going well, and other times it seems as though we are in a rut. We may experience feelings of sadness, anxiety, agitation, or emotional disturbance in general. While these feelings are […]
There are various social anxiety disorder treatments available, but which would be the best for you? How much your social anxiety disorder affects your ability to function on a daily basis will determine the kind of treatment you need. Typically, social anxiety disorder treatment includes medication, psychotherapy, or a mixture of both. Psychotherapy Psychotherapy refers […]
Everyone deserves good healthcare. Wonder Years was founded on the principle to provide high quality care while keeping the costs of care fair to both the patients and the healthcare providers. In keeping with this vision, Wonder Years has followed a ‘hybrid model’ i.e. we offer services both via insurance and private pay. After being […]
Wonder Years has compiled an extensive list of resources and referral options for our patients during this pandemic. Stay safe and Healthy. Coronavirus Info Hotline: 1-888-364-3065 • NYS Coronavirus response updates: https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/home • CDC, updates/information: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html • CDC, What to do if you think you have been exposed to COVID-19: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/if-you-are-sick/steps-when-sick.html Crisis Situations: • Suicide […]
According to WHO, Depression is a common illness worldwide, with more than 300 million people affected. Depression is different from usual mood fluctuations and short-lived emotional responses to challenges in everyday life. Especially when long-lasting and with moderate or severe intensity, depression may become a serious health condition. It can cause the affected person to […]
Wonder Years is delighted to announce that we now accept Bitcoin as a payment method in addition to conventional modes of payment. Bitcoin makes use of peer-to-peer technology to function with no banks or central authority; managing transactions, and bitcoin issuance. Bitcoin’s open-source; the design of it is public, no one controls or owns Bitcoin and […]
Any parent who has a teenage son or a daughter has either heard or witnessed ‘self-harm’ first hand. For parents not only is self harm very concerning but it also leads to significant conflict. They question if they are ‘good enough’ parents. Are they doing the ‘best’ for their children. So what is self-harm? Self harm […]
