Dr. Mark Schwarze

11/05/2025

As a licensed clinical mental health counselor, I’ve seen firsthand how our perspective can dramatically influence our mental health. One of the most powerful tools we can cultivate, particularly during turbulent times, is gratitude.

Reich College of Education at Appalachian State University

Thanksgiving is around the corner and the one thing I wish I was better at doing on a daily basis is stopping, gaining perspective, and positioning my worldview in a

10/07/2025

COLUMN: Make no mistake, addiction is a neurological brain disorder. When the subject of addiction comes up, people often lean on familiar explanations. “They just need more willpower.” “Why can’t they stop making bad choices?”

Make no mistake, addiction is a neurological brain disorder. When the subject of addiction comes up, people often lean on familiar explanations. “They just need more willpower.” “Why can’t they

09/22/2025

The etiology of autism is primarily rooted in genetics. Large scale credible studies have found no connection to acetaminophen. Trust science.

09/04/2025

Leave toxic people and situations behind.

Maria Branyas Morera, who became the world’s oldest living person at 117, was once asked her secret to a long life. Her answer was to avoid toxic people. At first

08/05/2025

My new column is out! Is work making you sick?

Have you ever had the “Sunday Scaries?” That is the dreaded feeling of having to return to work after a weekend or time off. Usually this is indicative of at