Are you or your child struggling with attention deficit issues? Which ADHD or ADD treatment is a good course of action? Who can help you take the best next steps? There are several treatment options that are possible for these conditions. They include both traditional methods as well as additional steps that you can take. …Read the rest…

Are Anger and Poor Communication Hurting Your Love Life? All healthy couples argue from time to time. But when anger gets in the way of communication, your relationship suffers. Couples counseling involves learning to communicate better to deal with anger and strengthen your relationship. This batch of communication tips will help you keep a loving …Read the rest…

Between 28 and 44 percent of adults in the United States now report regularly getting less than seven hours of sleep per night. That puts them in some state of sleep deprivation. The cause of sleeplessness can vary from over access to technology to work and/or family stress. If anxiety is interfering with your ability …Read the rest…

You’ve found out about your partner’s sexual betrayal. And, of course, you are crushed. However, you also begin to notice other symptoms that don’t readily seem to connect to the betrayal. Feeling persistently on edge, lashing out, mood swings, and trouble sleeping is plaguing you recently. Believe it or not, these effects of sexual betrayal, …Read the rest…

Are you feeling hopeless, shameful, uninterested, or disconnected from life? These are just a few of the many signs that indicate you could be suffering from depression. Depression is a paralyzing mental disorder that can cause you to feel so alone that you don’t even know who you are anymore. But with 350 million people …Read the rest…

You enjoy your work and are good at your job. Yet, at the same time, you feel stuck, feeling you have few opportunities to get ahead. Career advancement is important regardless of your field of work. After all, you want to continue to learn, grow, and keep things fresh. If you feel stalled at work, it …Read the rest…

We’re conditioned to see arguing as a very bad relationship sign. On top of that, many of us can have problems setting boundaries with a loved one. The most common negative side effect of these realities is avoiding conflict. This is not to say we should seek conflict. Rather, we must not ignore the underlying …Read the rest…

What is Bulimia? Trying to understand what are and are not signs of bulimia can be daunting. Often you may lack the understanding that certain types of behavior are signs of an eating disorder. Bulimia is characterized by episodes of eating much more than intending to, binging, followed by an attempt to avoid weight gain, such …Read the rest…

Teens and technology seem to be an inseparable couple. In fact, it seems nearly impossible to find a teen anywhere willing to digitally disconnect for very long. Yet, while it can be alarming to see how pervasive the internet and social media have become, the key is to look at your son or daughter’s life in …Read the rest…

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Skills Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is a type of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) treatment developed by Marsha Linehan. Research has shown that DBT is effective in treating a wide range of disorders and issues, including depression, substance use, eating disorders, and PTSD. DBT includes skills in four modules: mindfulness, distress tolerance, interpersonal …Read the rest…

We found some helpful workbooks that are great for understanding how you create relationships with your family, partner, and others. These workbooks will help you think like a therapist to get at the root of how you create relationships. They can also assist in creating deeper bonds with the people you love: The Break Your …Read the rest…

Eating disorders in adolescents are complex and serious mental illnesses. Unfortunately, stereotypes and misinformation make teen eating disorders misunderstood. If you have a teen who’s suffering from an eating disorder, gain insight into the facts rather than succumbing to the lies. Disregard these common myths about eating disorders in order to help your teen in …Read the rest…

Children are curious by nature and as parents, it’s our job to help them comprehend their environment. However, it’s not always an easy task. Some topics are easier than others to discuss. Conversations surrounding children’s mental health are transforming from taboo to acceptable, but with stigma and judgment attached to it, it can be difficult …Read the rest…