by Dr. Marc J. Shulman | Dec 22, 2017 | Sadness and Depression
We spend much of our time trying to avoid emotional pain. People will go so far as to resort to alcoholism just to try to escape from painful thoughts and experiences. It is one of the greatest challenges that we experience as a result of issues like: Heartbreak... by Dr. Marc J. Shulman | Dec 15, 2017 | Social Networking & Relationships
Social difficulties are very common. Many of the men and women of Long Island want to enjoy social settings, only to find that connecting with others is frustrating and difficult. Whether it’s developing friendships or simply feeling socially skilled, there are so... by Dr. Marc J. Shulman | Dec 8, 2017 | Self Esteem and Confidence
Life is short, and the older you get the shorter it seems to be. That is why it is so important to prioritize the activities and experiences in our life that will give it the most meaning and fulfillment. You can’t go back and change time, and thus learning to spend... by Dr. Marc J. Shulman | Dec 2, 2017 | Dating and Relationships
Some people feel that the mate they choose is “the one” – that their personality, looks, and other features make them attractive to us, and that they match our ideals of what makes a worthwhile partner. But not everyone selects a partner for the reasons that they... by Dr. Marc J. Shulman | Dec 1, 2017 | Anxiety and Stress
Psychology is a science. But not everything in the field of psychology has a clear cause and effect the way that other sciences do. This is especially common in with the development of anxiety, depression, and related disorders. Sometimes the symptoms are reactive....