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Slowing Down with the Season: Gentle Ways to Cope as the Clocks Change

By Khloe Crimando, MS, LAC Photo by Aphiwat Chuangchoem As clocks fall back and the evenings grow darker earlier, many people notice shifts not only in their schedules but also…
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Busting Myths About Mental Health and Aging

It’s a common belief that growing older means accepting a decline in physical and mental well-being. This idea is so widespread that many older adults and their families mistake treatable…
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How Parental Support Impacts the Mental Health of LGBTQ Youth: Strategies for Reducing Depression and Building Trust

Recent research has shown that parental support plays a crucial role in the mental health of youth who identify as LGBTQ. As parents, we do not need to look far…
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Creative Play and Healing from Trauma

Key Takeaways Creative play therapy offers children a safe and natural way to express and process traumatic experiences that they may not be able to articulate verbally. Activities like art,…
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When Words Matter Most: Communication Tools for High-Stress Times

Stress has a way of making even the simplest conversations feel impossible. Whether you’re facing a family crisis, work deadlines, or relationship challenges, high-stress periods can turn productive communication into…
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Are You Hooked? Understanding Digital Addiction

It starts innocently enough. A quick scroll through social media before bed, a few rounds of a mobile game to pass the time, or a small online bet for the…
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Navigating Life in a Blended Family

Forming a blended family marks the start of a new chapter, full of potential for love, growth, and connection. It can also bring a unique set of challenges as different…
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Navigating Mental Health in Multi-Generational Households

Multi-generational living arrangements have become increasingly common across the United States. Whether driven by economic necessity, cultural traditions, or caregiving responsibilities, these households bring unique mental health challenges that require…
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When Straight A’s Come at a Cost: Understanding Teen Burnout

The pressure to excel academically has never been higher for teenagers. Between Advanced Placement courses, standardized test prep, college applications, and extracurricular activities, many teens are running on empty. What…
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Substance Use in Older Adults: A Growing Crisis That Demands Attention

Substance use among older adults is becoming an increasingly urgent public health concern. While addiction discussions often center on younger populations, the reality is that adults over 65 face unique…
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Breaking the Silence: How to Combat Isolation in Older Adults

Loneliness among seniors has reached epidemic proportions. Recent studies show that more than one-third of adults aged 45 and older report chronic loneliness, with the problem becoming even more severe…
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How Zoom Changed Social Anxiety for Teens Forever

The shift to virtual communication has fundamentally altered how teenagers experience and manage teen social anxiety. What began as a temporary pandemic solution has become a permanent fixture in education,…
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