Do You Have “Imposter Syndrome?”
The term “imposter syndrome” is popping up everywhere — but the phenomenon has been studied for decades.
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/columbus/news/2021/02/13/do-you-have–imposter-syndrome–
Anxious or depressed? Here are 5 foods and some spices to boost your mood
Research shows there are certain foods you can eat that will alleviate effects of depression and anxiety.
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/news/2021/04/13/5-foods-to-boost-your-mood
Scrolling Past Bedtime? You May Have Revenge Bedtime Procrastination
Taking back free time has come at a cost: precious hours of sleep. It’s called revenge bedtime procrastination and the pandemic has only made it worse
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/news/2021/03/02/revenge-bedtime-procrastination
Do you have an “Energy Vampire” in your life?
Energy isn’t always easy to come by, psychologists say it can be made more difficult by the presence of an “energy vampire.”
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/health/2021/04/20/energy-vampires
Seeing gray hairs earlier than you thought? It could be your stress levels
Good news: Premature graying can be reversed.
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/health/2021/07/21/study-shows-premature-greying-linked-to-stress
How the pandemic changed parenting styles
From virtual schooling to lack of child care, the past year has been difficult for parents.
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/news/2021/07/13/parents-change-their-parenting-styles-after-pandemic
Psychologists say to Avoid Fad Diets to attain ‘summer body’
There’s a large portion of people who experience a lot of worry and anxiety during the summer months.
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/health/2021/06/21/summer-time-and-diet-culture
‘Digital distortion’ causing mental health concerns primarily in girls
A majority of surveyed teen girls admitted to altering their appearances in photos.
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/news/2021/05/03/digital-distortion-and-self-esteem
How to handle needle phobia to get your COVID-19 vaccine
As many people are getting vaccinated against COVID-19, finding an appointment may not be your only obstacle.
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/health/2021/04/28/needle-phobia-and-the-vaccine
‘Re-Entry Anxiety’ Spikes As States Begin to Roll Back COVID-19 Restrictions
After more than a year of taking extra precautions to prevent the spread of coronavirus, re-entering society may not be the easiest thing to do.
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/news/2021/04/06/people-are-experiencing–re-entry-anxiety–as-restrictions-loosen
Spring Cleaning Found to Have Multiple Benefits to One’s Wellbeing
Psychologists said spring cleaning is full of benefits and can decrease stress levels by about 70%
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/news/2021/03/30/benefits-of-spring-cleaning
Here Are Signs That You Could Use Some Alone Time
Those who have been home with their families or partners may not be getting enough time to themselves, but that alone time is crucial to mental health
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/news/2021/03/25/the-importance-of-alone-time
For Those with Social Anxiety, Wearing a Mask Brings Relief
Millions of Americans suffer from social anxiety. For them, wearing a mask provides some relief.
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/news/2021/03/15/people-with-social-anxiety-enjoy-wearing-masks-
Number of Eating Disorders “Explodes” During Pandemic, Helpline Calls Up 78%
It’s National Eating Disorder Awareness Week and helpline calls have gone up 78 percent during the pandemic.
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/news/2021/02/22/national-eating-disorder-awareness-week
Do You Have a Narcissist in Your Life? Here’s How to Spot One
A little bit of it is good, but too much is harmful.
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/columbus/news/2021/02/06/do-you-have-a-narcissist-in-your-life–here-s-how-to-spot-one
Psychologist: Finding the “Awe Moments” Every Day Has Health Benefits
Think about the last time something really took your breath away.
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/news/2021/01/29/health-benefits-of–awe-moments-
ASMR Gains Popularity During Pandemic, and Psychologists Say They’re Not Surprised
Researchers are still looking into how it triggers the brain.
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/news/2021/01/14/asmr-grows-in-popularity-during-the-pandemic
Cleveland Clinic Psychologist Offers Tips to Improve Your Mental Health
Psychologists say this year more people are pushing weight loss and dieting to the side and instead are focusing on improving their mental health.
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/health/2021/01/07/cleveland-clinic-psychologist-offers-tips-to-improve-your-mental-health
Use Intentions Instead of Resolutions Says Cleveland Clinic Psychologist
People are more likely to reach goals that are able to be tracked.
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/news/2021/01/03/use-intentions-instead-of-resolutions-says-cleveland-clinic-psychologist
Studies Show Relationships Strengthening During Pandemic
Studies show relationships strengthening with time together.
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/news/2020/12/11/studies-show-relationships-strengthening-during-pandemic
Handling Grief This Holiday Season
An expert says grief can take a toll on your mental and physical health, so it’s important to cope with it.
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/news/2020/11/20/handling-grief-this-holiday-season
Handling Holiday Stress During a Pandemic
Mental health professionals are seeing a stark difference this year: tension, dread and conflict.
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/news/2020/11/16/handling-holiday-stress-during-a-pandemic
Psychologist Gives Tips for Healthier Candy Consumption for Stress Eaters
Halloween season may be especially difficult for stress eaters.
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/news/2020/11/02/psychologist-gives-tips-for-healthier-candy-consumption-for-stress-eaters
Battling Election Stress Disorder? Here’s What It is and How to Cope
Nearly 70% of voting-age adults say the election is a significant stress,
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/news/2020/10/21/how-to-deal-with-election-stress
Psychologist: How to Deal with a ‘Control Freak’
We’ve all heard of the term “control freak” and you may have someone in your life with controlling tendencies.
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/news/2020/10/07/psychologist–how-to-deal-with-a–control-freak-
Worried Sick: How We Can Make Ourselves Physically and Mentally Ill
We’ve all heard the expression ‘worried sick’ and that phenomenon is very real for some people— especially during the pandemic.
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/news/2020/09/21/worried-sick–how-we-can-make-ourselves-physically-and-mentally-ill
‘The Cost of Care’: Understanding Empathy Fatigue
Empathy Fatigue is a profound decrease in a person’s ability to be empathetic or simply to care.
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/news/2020/09/10/-the-cost-of-care—empathy-fatigue
Talking to Your Kids About COVID-19 and the Classroom
This is a high-pressure time for many parents as they try to figure out what the “start of school” means for their children this year.
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/news/2020/08/05/talking-to-your-kids-about-covid-19-and-the-classroom
Psychologist: ‘It’s OK to Laugh Right Now’ for Your Health
The past few months have been hard emotionally, and for some, physically. Psychologists say now may be the best time to add some laughter to your day.
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/news/2020/07/02/psychologists—it-s-ok-to-laugh-right-now–for-your-health
Video Conferencing Causing ‘Zoom Fatigue’
An expert says video conferencing is more taxing on the brain than face-to-face conversation.
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/news/2020/05/21/video-conferencing-causing–zoom-fatigue-
Dreaming More Lately? Here’s Why.
If you’ve been dreaming more often and maybe more vividly, psychologists say you are “quarandreaming.”
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/news/2020/05/08/dreaming-more-lately–here-s-why-
Understanding Teens and Isolation
Isolation due to the coronavirus is particularly hard on teens — many of whom are missing milestone events or no longer seeing friends.
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/news/2020/04/29/understanding-teens-and-isolation
Cooking With Your Kids During Quarantine
New York Times Bestselling Author and Cleveland Clinic psychologist Dr. Susan Albers says there are so many benefits to cooking with your kids.
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/news/2020/04/17/cooking-with-your-kids-during-quarantine
Screen Time While Eating Increases The Amount You Eat by up to 60%
With social distancing comes more use of technology and far more screen time, which can affect the way you eat.
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/news/2020/04/13/screen-time-while-eating-increases-the-amount-you-eat-by-up-to-60-
Feeling Sluggish? Try this.
A mindful eating expert says not only are we stuck inside, but we’re also not doing those things in our daily routine that boost our happiness
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/news/2020/04/01/feeling-sluggish–try-this-
A ‘gut feeling’: How your mood can affect gut health
Psychologists said your gut health plays a profound role in your mood and mental health.
https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/cleveland/news/2021/05/10/a–gut-feeling—gut-health-and-your-mood
WKYC INTERVIEWS
https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/health/coronavirus/is-the-covid-19-pandemic-hurting-marriages/95-88cd443e-5662-40a2-9703-29debf1b024f
https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/health/mental-health/overcoming-social-anxiety-resuming-crowded-life/95-dd94c461-a28d-4fa3-84fa-96015eb19acc
https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/health/should-you-ditch-the-new-years-resolution-this-year/95-4bb89493-df1a-4d9f-a946-7c029c893286
KSAT
One family helps researchers seek cause of schizophrenia
… such as malnutrition or exposure to as disease or virus,” stated Susan Albers-Bowling, Psyd, Psychologist at The Cleveland Clinic.
https://www.ksat.com/news/local/2021/03/09/one-family-helps-researchers-seek-cause-of-schizophrenia/
Parade
Ice Cube Trick for Anxiety: Does It Work?
Susan Albers, PsyD, a psychologist at Cleveland Clinic’s Wooster Family Health Center. Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing: “Harm‐ …
https://parade.com/1162533/shelby-deering/ice-cube-trick-for-anxiety/
News4Jax
Want to give mom a gift she’ll love? There’s a science to it
Buying a gift for Mother’s Day can sometimes be stressful, but it doesn’t have to be. Cleveland Clinic’s Dr. Susan Albers said there’s …
https://www.news4jax.com/money/2021/05/06/want-to-give-mom-a-gift-shell-love-theres-a-science-to-it/
Cleveland 19 News
Dr. Susan Albers joins Sunny Side Up to talk about new book
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – Dr. Susan Albers joined Sunny Side Up on Tuesday to talk about her new book, “Hanger Management.”.
https://www.cleveland19.com/2020/01/27/dr-susan-albers-joins-sunny-side-up-talk-about-new-book/
RECENT MEDIA QUOTES
The New York Times
Return to the Dining Table
“Quarantine permissiveness” is what Susan Albers, a psychologist at the Cleveland Clinic and a best-selling author who focuses on mindful …
https://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/27/at-home/return-to-the-dining-table.html
WIRED
How to Prepare for Your Eventual Return to the Office
… says psychologist Susan Albers of the Cleveland Clinic. … or even what it’s like being back in the office now, Albers says.
https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-prepare-return-to-office/
Forbes
Four Ways To Successfully Transition Back To The Office
… and psychologist Susan Albers-Bowling says that returning to work can trigger preexisting conditions including depression, anxiety and …
https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesbusinesscouncil/2021/08/16/four-ways-to-successfully-transition-back-to-the-office/?sh=12adbc6a67cf
Parade
What Is Coronaphobia? Here’s Everything You Need to Know
Susan Albers-Bowling, PsyD, a psychologist at Cleveland Clinic. “I’ve seen many patients who have had this, so it’s a very real condition.”.
https://parade.com/1168849/ericasweeney/what-is-corononaphobia/
MusicRow
CRS To Host Part II Of ‘Post-Covid Re-Entry’ Webinar Series
Susan Albers, and CRS Executive Director RJ Curtis as moderator. Dr. Albers is the author of seven mindful eating books, including EatQ, 50 Ways …
https://musicrow.com/2021/07/crs-to-host-part-ii-of-post-covid-re-entry-webinar-series/
Is Pandemic Stress Causing a Rise in Eating Disorders?
The stress of the pandemic has been tough on those with eating disorders. Here’s how to ease back into healthy habits.
https://health.clevelandclinic.org/eating-disorders-and-covid-pandemic/
