How to Tell If Your Child’s Anxiety Is More Than Just Worry
It’s normal for kids to feel nervous before a big test, a school presentation, or trying something new. But how do you know when your child’s worry has crossed the line into something more serious, like anxiety that needs extra support? Understanding the difference between everyday worries and clinical anxiety can help you step in […]
3 Reasons Medication Can Be a Powerful Part of Mental Health Care
3 Reasons Medication Can Be a Powerful Part of Mental Health Care Mental health struggles are often complex, and there’s rarely a one-size-fits-all approach. While therapy is transformative for many, research shows that for some people, combining therapy with medication leads to the best outcomes. Here are three reasons medication can be a key part […]
Men + Mental Health Checklists: When to Reach Out for Support
Mental Health Often Presents Differently in Men June is Men’s Health Month—a time to focus not only on physical well-being but also on mental and emotional health. Research consistently shows that men are less likely to seek help for emotional distress, even though they are equally vulnerable to conditions like anxiety, depression, trauma, and burnout. […]
Are We Really Feeling What We Think We’re Feeling?
Are We Really Feeling What We Think We’re Feeling? by Samantha Stein Psy.D. | Updated July 03, 2024 | Reviewed by Lybi Ma Anxiety about feelings can mask what we actually feel. Key points A primary emotion is how a situation actually makes us feel. A secondary emotion is a reaction to a primary emotion […]
2 Ways to Revitalize the Connection with Your Teen Child
2 Ways to Revitalize the Connection with Your Teen Child by Mark Travers, Ph.D. | July 06, 2024 | Reviewed by Kaja Perina Maintaining closeness with a teen can feel difficult, but it’s not impossible. Many parents face a sense of disconnection with their kids as they grow into teenagers. They might express concerns […]
Does Your Kid Feel Loved by You?
Does Your Kid Feel Loved by You? by John K. Coffey, Ph.D., MSW | July 18, 2024 | Showing warmth ensures teens feel loved, even on high-conflict days. Key points Love, like all emotions, should vary from one time to another. Conflicts are an upsetting part of parenting, but maybe they don’t need […]
Teens Are in a Mental Health Crisis—Here’s How Parents Can Help
Teens Are in a Mental Health Crisis—Here’s How Parents Can Help by Kimberly Zapata | February 14, 2023 | Medically Reviewed by Stacey R. Younge, LCSW Mental health issues are on the rise, particularly amongst teens and young adults. But experts agree: There is both help and hope. Parents, teachers, counselors, coaches, and caregivers can […]
7 Signs Your Child Should See a Therapist
7 Signs Your Child Should See a Therapist by Emily Shiffer | August 16, 2023 | Medically Reviewed by Samantha Mann Experts explain situations when starting therapy may be the best way to support your child during stressful times. Many children experience emotional irregularities. From societal and school stress to grief and external […]
How to Cope With an Empty Nest
How to Cope With an Empty Nest by Samantha Stein Psy.D. | May 24, 2023 | Reviewed by Vanessa Lancaster ‘Tis the season for lots of emotions for parents. KEY POINTS It’s normal for parents to have mixed feelings when their child reaches a milestone such as leaving home. The grief and anxiety […]
The Best Way to Handle Regret
The Best Way to Handle Regret By Toni Bernhard J.D. | November 16, 2023 | Reviewed by Abigail Fagan Living in the past rarely leads to happiness. KEY POINTS Try not to dwell on hopes and dreams that didn’t come true; ruminating on them leads to emotional suffering. Instead, think of some minor […]