Although uncommon, children as young as three years old can develop depression. The causes of depression in children can range from trauma and neglect to a big life change to losing a loved one. Recognizing the signs of depression in children can help you determine when your child needs [...]
Sometimes it seems that forming female friendships is harder than it should be. Perhaps we had an easier time in grade school; you went out and played with the other girls, learning their names. As an adult, it often feels like you face judgment and rejection when trying to [...]
If you are married to a narcissist, then you know the toxic relationship and its effect on your mental health. A narcissist’s life revolves around self. They view love as transactional yet demand unconditional love from their spouse. This unbalanced view of marriage causes several narcissistic marriage problems. Narcissistic [...]
Dealing with a breakup is one of the hardest and most challenging events that you will go through, especially if you still love the other person. But not all relationships will work out. It may be that the two of you just don’t click, one person wants a different [...]
If you have experienced anxiety and panic attacks before, you know how terrifying they can quickly become. The physical symptoms of rapid heart rate, shortness of breath, chest tightness, nausea, dizziness, and lightheadedness are enough to convince you that death is imminent. However, counselors are helping clients gain control [...]
When you turned forty or fifty, did your family or coworkers throw an “Over the Hill” party for you? These parties seem to happen less often than in the past as more people are remaining “younger” into their sixties, seventies, and beyond. These generations are changing the outlook on [...]
No one likes to feel out of control. We try to fight against our natural tendencies to go with the flow. But binge eating is a different behavior. It is grounded in compulsions, similar to Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). People with OCD engage in behavioral patterns that interfere with [...]
Maybe you are sandwiched between caring for aging parents and your younger children. Or, you are facing a major life change, such as the death of a loved one or divorce. Stress can creep up on you and lead to feelings of anxiety. Whether it is the holidays, back-to-school [...]
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