Posts by Dr. D Ivan Young

Are you being stalked, or suspect you’re being stalked? A stalker can be a family member, ex-spouse, someone you dated, a co-worker or even a complete stranger. They often engage in actions meant to control, track and/or frighten their victim. In addition to making your life miserable, having to deal with stalkers could place you Read More

If you have a job, it’s almost certain that you’ve experienced job related stress. Tight deadlines, long hours, disagreeable co-workers, heavy workloads, job insecurity and the hectic daily commute are just a few of the things that contribute to on the job stress. Even people who love their jobs experience stress at work. Unfortunately, when Read More

Life can be full of stress and anxiety, but there are many ways to deal with these negative emotions. One technique that has received a lot of attention lately is meditation. While it’s a very old practice, doctors and therapists have only begun to realize the full benefits of meditation within the last few years. Read More

Depression is one of the most common forms of mental illness. It is estimated that over 300 million people around the world are suffering from depression today. Sadly, fewer than half of them will receive treatment. There are many treatment options for depression, from medication to individual counseling, but there are also many barriers to Read More

To ever truly love someone you must understand and accept all of who they are. That is easier said than done when you are trying live with someone who has bipolar disorder. This disorder is associated with episodes of mood swings ranging from depressive lows to manic highs that go on and off for weeks Read More

Many people use the beginning of a new year as a chance to reinvent themselves. You may be interested in starting a new phase of your career, improving your personal relationships, or living a more spiritual life. While you’re making your plans for the future, it’s important to remember your health. By making and following Read More

Stress is a part of life. But we don’t have to succumb to the health risks that it causes. Everyone has experienced stress at some point in life. Unfortunately, some individuals experience more stress than they can handle and need stress management to learn how to habitually handle stress when it rears its ugly head. Read More

Depression is one of the most common forms of mental illness. It is estimated that over 300 million people around the world are suffering from depression today. Sadly, fewer than half of them will receive treatment. There are many treatment options for depression, from medication to individual counseling, but there are also many barriers to Read More

Whether you are an entrepreneur or established business person, there comes a time when you feel stuck and have no idea what next step to take. You might find yourself slowly slipping into depression as you watch your dreams fade out of your grip. While these situations can be devastating, most people don’t realize that Read More

A message from me to you. Stop being so focused on the end goal that you miss the point of the journey. Everything you’re experiencing in this season, including the moments that you don’t particularly like, is indispensable and instrumental. Each and every person, situation and set of circumstances you encounter are merely building blocks. Read More