Dr. Junghee Park-Adams, PLCC

12/28/2017

Why sufficient sleep is crucial especially for teens...

Many teens in America aren't getting enough rest. A new study says sleep-deprivation could not only cause fatigue, but also impact their mental health.

03/26/2017

Too much of a good thing can be bad for you?

https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/too-much-emotional-intelligence-is-a-bad-thing/?wt.mc=SA_Facebook-Share

Profound empathy may come at a price

02/06/2017

My office today after the snow decorated the tree...

01/10/2017

03/22/2013

This is a thoughtful article about parenting. It is one of the most difficult tasks in adulthood, but kids don't come with a set of instructions...
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/kenneth-barish-phd/parenting-advice_b_2646009.html?goback=%2Egde_4301996_member_225060497

Here are the essential elements of a balanced, supportive approach to raising successful and caring children. It is not either/or. We can encourage our children's self-expression and also teach them self-restraint.

01/31/2013

A short Youtube video about talking to a psychologist. Check it out!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J5qWP-EMSRQ&feature=youtu.be&goback=%252Egde_3743008_member_209594799

Talk to a psychologist, doctors trained to listen and help. http://division42.org/ For help finding a psychologist, visit http://division42.org/content/find-...

12/18/2012

Very sad, poignant article about struggling with an aggressive boy....

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/16/i-am-adam-lanzas-mother-mental-illness-conversation_n_2311009.html?utm_hp_ref=parents&ir=Parents&goback=%2Egde_2468196_member_196725402

Written by Liza Long, republished from The Blue Review Friday’s horrific national tragedy -- the murder of 20 children and six adults at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut -- has ignited a new discussion on violence in America.

12/12/2012

This is a well-written article about how anxiety can prevent us from reaching our long-term goals. During this hectic holiday times, it is especially important to remind ourselves that we spend way too much energy, worrying and being anxious.

http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/12/10/dont-let-stress-get-in-the-way-of-life/?smid=li-share&goback=%2Egde_4301996_member_195119383

For some people, chronic anxiety is a way of life, leaving them awash in fears that prevent them from making moves that could enrich their lives.

10/18/2012

Very interesting study about how difficult it is for diabetic Korean women to take care of themselves due to having to put their family's needs first. Psychoeducation about taking care of their health would not be of much use unless you can understand how Korean families work and help them address their family issues. http://www.newswise.com/articles/diabetes-creates-more-stress-for-married-korean-women

Two Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing researchers investigated the affects of type 2 diabetes on married Korean women with multiple social roles.

10/11/2012

Dear family & friends: You are all invited to SageMED's open house. I have been practicing here for 4 months, but this is SageMED's first birthday. Lots of festivities including free massages, free snacks, live music, etc! You can enjoy the festivities & check out my office! Hope to see you then!

09/28/2012

Check out this well written NY Times article on increasing trend of using antipsychotics for anxiety and depression and their risks. Psychotherapy is much less risky than using these medications.

http://www.nytimes.com/2012/09/25/health/a-call-for-caution-in-the-use-of-antipsychotic-drugs.html?_r=0&adxnnl=1&adxnnlx=1348789108-YPovhEi0dGLrYeC2bIDVQQ

09/25/2012

Seattle has been blessed with beautiful sunny weather for weeks now, but just in case you tend to get "Winter Blues," here is my new article on depression and "SAD."
http://drparkadams.com/do-you-have-depression-or-sad/382/

Ways to Recognize Whether You have Depression or Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)