by Dr. Nazanin Moali | Jan 20, 2017 | Suicidal Thinking, Suicide
According to recent research, in the United States each year, 34 thousand Americans commit suicide. Worldwide, every 40 seconds someone takes his or her own life. This problem is only getting worse. The rate of suicide has increased by 60% over the last 45 years. Not...
by Dr. Nazanin Moali | Nov 9, 2016 | depression
As a psychologist who closely monitors all aspects of my patients’ well-being, over the years I have realized that our environment drastically impacts our moods. Working with my long-term patients, I have learned that depression for some of my clients begins around...
by Dr. Nazanin Moali | Oct 5, 2016 | Eating Disorders
Anorexia nervosa is one of the deadliest mental illnesses and can be one of the most challenging eating disorders to treat. Individuals with anorexia nervosa struggle with dysfunctional behaviors and thoughts about food and weight, which are accompanied by negative...
by Dr. Nazanin Moali | Aug 27, 2016 | Eating Disorders
What is Orthorexia? Orthorexia is an eating disorder that was first recognized by the American physician Dr. Bratman in 1997. It is defined as an excessive obsession with healthy eating. Sufferers of orthorexia have a pathological fixation on eating pure food and feel...
by Dr. Nazanin Moali | Jul 28, 2016 | Eating Disorders
Childhood obesity is a health concern and source of frustration for many families throughout the United States. A recent study conducted by the Center for Health Statistics found that one in five children in America are now overweight. This number has tripled over the...
