How Children Process Grief and How to Help Them
How Children Process Grief and How to Help Them Medically reviewed by Nathan Greene, PsyD — By Nancy Lovering — Updated on February 21, 2022 If you and your child are experiencing a significant loss, they may not process it the same way as you. Your child’s age largely determines how they may experience and […]
Common Symptoms of Anxiety in Children
Common Symptoms of Anxiety in Children Medically reviewed by Akilah Reynolds, PhD — By Sian Ferguson and Sandra Silva Casabianca on May 5, 2021 Not all kids experience anxiety in the same way. You can learn the signs and symptoms. It’s natural and not uncommon to feel concerned about the possible symptoms of anxiety in […]
When Is It Time to Seek Marriage Counseling?
When Is It Time to Seek Marriage Counseling? Medically reviewed by Jennifer Litner, PhD, LMFT, CST — By Madelyn Brown — Updated on August 22, 2022 Marriage and conflict often go hand-in-hand. Here are some signs that it’s time to seek marriage counseling. There are many reasons why people might experience strife in a marriage: […]
32 of the Best Ways to Get Organized When You Have ADHD
32 of the Best Ways to Get Organized When You Have ADHD Medically reviewed by Danielle Wade, LCSW — By Hope Gillette — Updated on July 7, 2021 Staying organized might be a challenge for people living with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), but it is possible. It’s natural for projects and responsibilities to get […]
What Is the Difference Between Supporting and Enabling?
What Is the Difference Between Supporting and Enabling? Medically reviewed by Bethany Juby, PsyD — By Michelle Pugle — Updated on March 27, 2023 Enabling behaviors can encourage unhelpful habits and behaviors, even if it’s unknowingly. But supporting behaviors can empower a loved one to recover. If you love someone with a mental health condition […]
Box Breathing: Mental Health Benefits and Tips for Beginners
Is Your Quest for Self-Awareness Harming You? By Mark Travers, Ph.D. Many people turn to therapy when they begin to realize that too much information might not be such a good thing, especially when it comes to the self. They say: “I don’t remember the last time I felt issue-free. Am I crazy to care about my […]
Is Your Quest For Self-Awareness Harming You?
Is Your Quest for Self-Awareness Harming You? By Mark Travers, Ph.D. Many people turn to therapy when they begin to realize that too much information might not be such a good thing, especially when it comes to the self. They say: “I don’t remember the last time I felt issue-free. Am I crazy to care about my […]
2 Essential Tips for Anyone Feeling Drained and Depleted
2 Essential Tips for Anyone Feeling Drained and Depleted By Mark Travers, Ph.D. People often turn to therapy when they realize that they are not able to extend support to people in need anymore. They are riddled with questions like: “I haven’t felt satisfaction or relief in so long. Why does everything annoy me these […]
The Difference Between Stress and Anxiety — And How to Cope
The Difference Between Stress and Anxiety — And How to Cope By Alexandra Hayes Robinson “I’m so stressed!” It’s a phrase we mutter often, a knee-jerk reaction to a brief moment of chaos. It’s a tool for small talk, an alternative to chatting with colleagues about the weather. Sometimes we say “stressed” when what we […]
2 Self-Defeating Attitudes to Leave Behind
2 Self-Defeating Attitudes to Leave Behind by Mark Travers Ph.D. With the new year, many of us can pick out at least a few unhealthy thought processes, feelings, and behaviors that held us back in 2022. But it’s never too late to untangle an unhealthy cognitive loop or behavioral cycle. Here, I’ll talk about two […]