The impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on emotional and psychological well-being is staggering. This is certainly a stressful and uncertain time affecting our livelihood and well-being. According to Mental Health America, there has been a 12 percent increase in cases of anxiety alone. Additionally, American’s are experiencing greater rates of fear, depression, and isolation [...]
Sobriety is an ongoing process that requires a daily commitment to recovery goals. Those in recovery know that it is essential to have a strong support system to maintain sobriety. This is especially true for those who are in early recovery. Other factors that help individuals in recovery include having daily structure and positive routines. [...]
As we continue in COVID-19 quarantine, children and parents are becoming increasingly frustrated and irritable. Normal routines and schedules are turned upside down and inside out. Kids and parents going out to school and work are now home. Everyone’s lives have been changed in some way. Although kids are home with family, they still struggle [...]
Dealing with your child's boredom during Covid-19 requires more than just screens. Time weighs heavy on our hands. Everyone is bored with the restrictions we are observing during the Covid-19 pandemic. Of course, social distancing and staying home are the right things to do. And we don’t even know how much longer all [...]
Americans at the moment are inundated with information from the media and various social media sources about the Covid-19 virus. Although they are good sources, it can also become detrimental and can cause panic within us.Thus staying calm during covid-19 is a challenge for most Americans. We are well informed about the Covid-19 and the effects [...]
By now, many of us have heard that inflammation is bad, but why? Essentially, there are two types of inflammation, acute and chronic. Acute inflammation is the type you are probably most familiar with. It is a necessary and important aspect of your immune defense system, designed to protect you and help you recover.Inflammation is [...]
Are you being taken advantage of in order to avoid a potential conflict. Being a People Pleaser can hurt your own mental health. A people pleaser is a type of person who are "too nice", almost always putting everyone else's needs before their own. They never say "no", are always volunteering to help, [...]
Are you worried about technologies impact on your children's development Apprehension about kids and technology is nothing new. Years ago, when it was first introduced, cable television was considered to be a serious risk to the healthy development of children. Today we don’t think twice about it. Closed-mindedness or even fear about new technology holds [...]
Am I making progress in life or just trying to survive? This post is meant to bring your awareness to a type of anxiety that affects high achievers and people who push themselves beyond their limits. High-functioning anxiety is not considered a mental health diagnosis. This is because of those who experience it self-report being [...]
At the beginning of each new year, many individuals strive to reach their goals and make commitments to change in various areas of their lives. 2020 was no different, especially since we have entered a new decade. You may be looking to make your own commitments whether it's a diet reset, spiritual, or family improvement. [...]
