Coping

LEARNING ABOUT ADJUSTMENT DISORDER SIGNS, SYMPTOMS, EFFECTS & RISK

Understanding Adjustment Disorder Learn About Adjustment Disorder Significant life changes, such as migrating to another country, losing one’s possessions to a natural event, death of a loved one, job changes, or family changes, can take a toll on one’s life and overall disposition, which can lead to the onset of […]

April Is Sexual Assault Awareness Month

It's time to talk about it we are a safe zone. Take Action During SAAM April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, otherwise known as SAAM. During this month, people across the United States raised awareness about sexual violence, how to prevent it, and how to support those who are affected […]

Safety & Concerns of Social Media & Children

A child having his or her social network is like a rite of passage of sort these days. A child cannot bear it, as you might very well remember if she or he is not socially relevant in his or her circle of friends. They want people to hang on […]

Verbal, Physical & Social Cyber Bullying

Bullying often starts in elementary school outside on school grounds and on school buses and typically becomes most common in middle school. By high school, it is less common but still occurs. * 28% of students in the U.S. in grades 6-12 have experienced bullying. * Around 30% of […]

What are the Links between PTSD & OCD

Post~traumatic stress disorder PTSD and obsessive compulsive disorder are anxiety disorders that commonly co-occur in people with a history of trauma. Research shows that the likelihood of a person diagnosed with PTSD developing OCD within a year is about 30 percent. As well, between 4 percent and 22 percent of […]

Grief & Loss the 5 Stages

The 5 Stages of Grief & Loss The 5 stages of grief and loss are: 1. Denial and isolation; 2. Anger; 3. Bargaining; 4. Depression; 5. Acceptance. People who are grieving do not necessarily go through the stages in the same order or experience all of them. The stages of […]

Coping with Anxiety & Depression

Many people with anxiety disorders understand that their thoughts are irrational, but they still can't stop them. Listed below are some symptoms of Anxiety and Depression. These are signs that a person may suffer from both anxiety disorder and depression: Constant, irrational fear and worry Physical symptoms like rapid heartbeat, fatigue, […]

Busy World & Relationships

We live in a busy world and between work, bills, kids, and other daily stressors, many couples struggle to find time to connect. That is why it is so important for couples to make the most of whatever alone time they have together whether it is an hour or just […]

Gaming Addiction by Carli Stump with Foundations Recovery Network

Some people may not believe that a gaming addiction is similar to other addictions, such as illicit drug addiction. However, gaming addicts share characteristics with people addicted to drugs and alcohol. This article explains video gaming addiction, yes addiction. This is often overlooked and under diagnosed. Too much of anything […]

TIPS FOR COPING WITH HOLIDAY STRESS BY: MAYO CLINIC STAFF

Stress and depression can ruin your holidays and hurt your health. Being realistic, planning ahead and seeking support can help ward off stress and depression. In this article the Mayo Clinic staff delivers 10 tips for a healthy, less stressful holiday season. This time of the year can be very […]

Maintaining Your Mental Health During Cancer Treatments

This article discusses how important it is for physicians to treat the "whole person" and not just the illness in cancer patients. Chronic diseases and certain mental health issues like depression, fatigue, and anxiety are almost always connected. "The mind, body, and spirit have a reciprocal relationship and each affect […]

Four Common Mental Illnesses in the Elderly: Learn the Risk Factors and Symptoms to Watch For

September 10th is when the world celebrates grandparents. Let us not forget our elderly population and their mental health. Research suggest that over 20% of adults over the age of 55 have had a mental health concern but only 2/3 have received any kind of treatment. This article indicates that […]

Exercise For Mental Health: 8 Keys To Get And Stay Moving

"Exercise has been researched and validated for treating a variety of mental issues and mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, schizophrenia,addictions, grief, relationship problems, dementia, and personality disorders. Additionally, exercise alleviates such conditions such as bad moods, stress, chronic pain and chronic illness." Dr. Hibbert goes […]

Men & Mental Health: A Muted Cry

“Not only do men and women communicate differently but they think, feel, perceive, react, respond, love, need, and appreciate differently.” John Gray, Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus: Practical Guide for Improving Communication Men don’t often verbally express their emotions. This unfortunately contributes to the notion that men […]

Healing After A Loved One’s Suicide

It is never easy when a loved one dies from suicide. It often leaves family devastated and with feelings of disparity, anger, confusion, and guilt; but it is important to remember it is not your fault. You may have these feelings long after your loved one has passed away, along […]

Keeping Love First with Jeff Jay

Image Source: http://www.interventionsupport.com/intervention-steps/10-tips-for-intervention/ Recovery Unscripted, addiction and mental health recovery podcast, sits down with author and interventionist, Jeff Jay. He shares information about his book Love First: A Family’s Guide to Intervention. Take a listen to learn more on his thoughts of using this method to connect with a […]

How To Recognize Summer Depression And What You Can Do To Manage It

Summer. It's when we get to enjoy cool activities rather than just dream about them. And that includes long warm evenings, outdoor barbecues, holidays, vacations and so much more. So, after yearning for summer for months and months, it seems strange that anyone would feel depressed at that time of […]

Attachment in Adoptive, Fostering, & Blended Families by David Bourne MS, LPC

Families come in all shapes and sizes. Recently I am seeing more created families coming into my office in the form of adoption and fostering as well as blended families. Families are beautiful expressions of love. That being said, families can require lots of work to help them flow smoothly. […]