The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Dr. Karin Ryan, PsyD, LP, Clinic Director, and Outpatient Therapist. Our friendships have a significant impact on our well-being, at any age in our lives. When they are good, they lift us up, protect our mental health, and make us feel...
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Dr. Karin Ryan, PsyD, LP, Clinic Director, and Outpatient Therapist. Friendships are some of the most valuable relationships that we have in our lives. They provide us with emotional support, encouragement, and a sense of belonging. This increases our happiness, reduces stress, improves...
Research has found that loneliness can lead to feelings of low self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. Those who feel lonely may have difficulty forming meaningful connections with others and be more susceptible to developing mental health issues. Some studies have found that loneliness can be just as damaging to mental health...
In today's digital age, phones have become an integral part of our daily lives. They keep us connected to the world around us and provide us with access to information, entertainment, and communication at our fingertips. However, while phones can be a useful and convenient tool, they can also have...
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Dr. Karin Ryan, PsyD, LP, Clinic Director, and Outpatient Therapist. Do you know what the healthiest and most effective communication style is? According to Dr. Karin Ryan, Clinic Director and Outpatient Therapist at Nystrom & Associates, it’s assertive communication. Assertive communication...
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Dr. Karin Ryan, PsyD, LP, Clinic Director, Outpatient Therapist. Minnesotans are known for the ability to "be nice" and/or passive-aggressive. “We have opinions, but we can be scared to state them directly,” says Minnesota-based provider and clinic director Dr. Karin Ryan. In...
The Nystrom & Associates providers consulted for this article are Michelle Iversen, LMFT and Brett Cushing, LMFT. Michelle and Brett are Outpatient Therapists and the co-hosts of Psyched for Psychology. Being vulnerable in the moment might be uncomfortable; however, vulnerability has many unforeseen benefits. Being vulnerable allows us to connect to...
