by Nathan Driskell | Jan 1, 2014 | General
Well, it’s 2014, and it’s time for those pesky New Year’s Day resolutions. They come in all shapes and sizes, often revolving around one’s weight, or possessions they wish to acquire, or jobs they wish to find. Many are pointless, useless, and most are unrealistic....
by Nathan Driskell | Aug 23, 2013 | Internet Addiction
Internet Addiction is a severe condition that affects millions of people around the world. Most, however, do not know they are addicted, as it is common for people to spend 10+ hours a day online.As an online gaming addict, I understand how addictive and damaging...
by Nathan Driskell | Jun 8, 2013 | Autism, Book Reviews
In the mental health realm, it is sometimes difficult to find guides that are for people who are not mental health professionals. Many of the books written assume training and extensive knowledge and are not very helpful to people without this training. For parents of...
by Nathan Driskell | May 14, 2013 | Private Practice
Just weeks before the release of the DSM-V, the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) has abandoned the use of the DSM, citing issues with Validity and stating, “patients with mental disorders deserve better”. The NIMH is one of the world’s...
by Nathan Driskell | Mar 26, 2013 | Private Practice
Regardless of how you feel about the upcoming DSM-V, it is being released on May 22, 2013. When the DSM-V is released, it will be considered best practices to follow its guidelines for diagnosis. This means if you are a professional in private practice, you will need...
