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Sex after breast cancer: Get back in the sack!

Colleen Crane, MSW, LCSW — Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:03:00 -0700

You have made it through all of your treatments and been given a clean bill of health. Next on your list is reconnecting with your partner. Here are some common concerns that women and their partners experience after breast cancer treatment, and what you can do to help gets things back in the sack!

Breast cancer: Coping with grief when you lose someone

Colleen Crane, MSW, LCSW — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 10:14:00 -0700

Losing someone to cancer is a devastating experience. The Susan G. Komen Foundation has reported that one in three women will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year alone. When someone you know passes from breast cancer, here are some things you can do to help with the loss and keep her memory alive.

How to help a friend with cancer

Colleen Crane, MSW, LCSW — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 15:53:00 -0700

Having a friend diagnosed with cancer is a reminder of our own mortality. Many people feel tongue-tied, not knowing how to say the "right thing." Here are five things you can do to help a friend who has been diagnosed with cancer.

Bipolar disorder: Do you keep it secret?

Colleen Crane, MSW, LCSW — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 12:47:00 -0700

Bipolar disorder is classified by experiencing intense highs and lows with your moods. Receiving the news that you have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder can be devastating. Who do you tell -- and when do you tell -- about your disorder? If you have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, please talk with a professional before disclosing your diagnosis to anyone. Here's why.

Warning signs your childhood issues are ruining your relationships

Colleen Crane, MSW, LCSW — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 12:01:00 -0700

Whether you come from an abusive family or a just a “normal” dysfunctional family, childhood issues can create problems in all areas of your life if you are not careful. Here are some warning signs that your “issues” are damaging your relationships and that it’s time to reach out and get professional help.

Eating disorders and dating: Do you tell or keep it secret?

Colleen Crane, MSW, LCSW — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 09:30:00 -0800

Dealing with an eating disorder can be anxiety-inducing enough, but what do you do when you are in a relationship? Revealing your eating disorder on the first date is a big no-no, but sharing it with Mr. Right is the right thing to do. Here’s how sharing with your partner can help put you on the path to healing.