Autism Spectrum Disorder is a developmental disorder that affects an individual’s cognitive and social functioning on a variety of levels. It is often presented through difficulty in understanding social behavior and stunted communicative development. Autism Spectrum Disorder can also yield comorbid disorders such as anxiety and depression. While there is no cure or direct medicinal … Read more
Dr. Angelina H. Rodriguez
With how intense and impactful the past year has been in terms of its unprecedented nature, many may have found themselves in a mental health dilemma during these times of isolation. Some may find that they struggle with feelings of loneliness or anxiety that were not previously addressed due to the fast paced nature of … Read more
At a time where it seems as though there is only negativity and tragedy in the world, many of us can become consumed in the outlets that unleash these feelings among our mental and emotional states. While for many, keeping updated with news stories and the status of trials and legislations can possibly serve as … Read more
For many Texans, these past few weeks have been one of recovery and healing from the aftermath of the intense winter storms that have occurred throughout this past week. With over thousands of residents losing power in below freezing temperature, floods induced by pipe bursts, and even car pile ups on busy highways due to … Read more
In the month of love, it can become overwhelming with the amount of expectations placed upon us from friends, family, significant others, and even society leading up to Valentine’s Day. For those who may not have a loved one to share this holiday with, it can project a sense of emptiness or loneliness within the … Read more
During the holiday season it can be very difficult not to spend your time on break scrolling through social media and lamenting and comparing yourself to those who are getting married, having children, getting job promotions, acceptances, and beyond. After all, it seems as though others accomplishments and strides are unavoidable, especially at family or … Read more
With winter graduations approaching those all over the nation, many graduates are faced with having to handle the existentialism of built up stress and anxiety regarding their future. While the milestone and great achievement that is graduation should be celebrated and shrouded in joy, it instead is faced with dread as the fear of the … Read more
Given that we are still in the midst of a global pandemic, our new normal has greatly affected us in terms of our normal routines, and for some bringing on moods of anxiety and hopelessness as it may feel as though we are stuck functioning indoors. However, this is not to say that positivity and … Read more
In a day and age where it seems as though the new norm is having all the time in the world to do everything, that may not exactly be the case for students who feel the pressures of burnout. A condition and state of being where because of extraneous stress from school, work, and family … Read more
There will come a time in one’s working history where it seems that going to work is more of a struggle than a part of their livelihood. Feelings of drowsiness, physical pains induced by stress, and overall anxiousness when in and out of work are some of the symptoms that yield to a phenomenon that … Read more