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The increasing reports of school threats, whether genuine or not, can profoundly impact children, particularly those in middle school. Children are transitioning from elementary to high school at this age, experiencing new social dynamics, emotional challenges, and developmental changes. When exposed to threats within the school environment, the sense of safety they need for growth can be deeply shaken. As parents, it's crucial to provide the tools they need to navigate these situations and help them understand their feelings and cope with stress or fear.
In this blog post, we’ll explore ways to help middle school-aged children talk about school threats, cope with the emotional and mental impact, and what warning signs parents should watch for to ensure their child’s well-being.
Attachment and control are two different parenting styles that can have a significant impact on a child's emotional and cognitive development. In this blog post, we will explore the importance of attachment versus control in parenting and how it can shape a child's future.
Intimacy is a crucial component of any healthy relationship. It's the glue that binds two people together emotionally, physically, and mentally. Intimacy fosters a deeper connection and trust between partners, and it helps to create a foundation for a happy and fulfilling relationship.
As a parent of a nonbinary or gender-nonconforming child, it is extremely important to find the best way to support your child. Coming out can be a tough process and welcoming your child with open arms can help alleviate that stress.
2020 has been an exhausting year. It has been a year of physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual impact. From tragedy to triumph, we have seen it all. The best in humanity and the worst. Looking ahead to the next year may create feelings of apprehension and uncertainty. Will things get worse, stay the same or get better? Will we see the end of this pandemic and how many more lives will be lost and negatively impacted? How can we continue to cope effectively, find the silver linings and move forward? Here are some tips for keeping our hopes up and spirits high heading into 2021.
Everyone deserves healthy and happy relationships. Healthy relationships all have some key elements: healthy communication, healthy boundaries, mutual respect, and support for one another. Healthy relationships bring out the best in you and make you feel good about yourself. A healthy relationship is not 100% perfect but with a little effort and attention in the right areas, you can strive to keep your relationship on track in a positive direction. Here are 6 ways to do just that.
The COVID-19 pandemic has undoubtedly shifted the corporate landscape, forcing many companies to turn to remote work out of necessity. However, these changes have provided tangible benefits, including reduced office costs and the ability to hire anyone from anywhere. This may lead to an increase in virtual workers even after the pandemic is over.
There are many perks of working from home, such as increased scheduling flexibility, comfort, and a lower stress environment. However, there are drawbacks as well. Some of these might include lowered social interactions, the inability to separate home and work life, and perhaps even longer than usual working hours. These can all impact a person’s ability to feel happy and fulfilled in their job while working remotely.
Here are 10 tips for coping with the stress and emotions of virtual work:
If the thought of entering another winter season during a global pandemic makes you anxious, you are not alone. The winter months can be a challenge for many, even without the added stress of not being free to participate in the activities we would normally enjoy this time of year. Here are 10 tips for coping with isolation, seasonal mood changes and depression during this challenging winter season.
Grief is complex. Many of us will not talk about the frightening yet ubiquitous experience of grief until it finds us when we least expect it. By talking more openly about death and dying we can destigmatize death and make it more comfortable to talk about. These open conversations will also serve to debunk the many myths surrounding grief and loss.
Taking some time to learn about the many misconceptions surrounding the grieving process can be a tremendous help, whether we are experiencing it ourselves, or trying to help a friend or family member.
The need for qualified mental health counselors and therapists rises every day. Most states require students to intern before being able to graduate and enter the field. With this influx of new mental health professionals into the field, you may find yourself with the opportunity to receive care from an intern.
The thought of receiving therapy or counseling from someone not yet licensed might make some of us nervous, but there are plenty of reasons to feel comfortable seeing an intern for mental health treatment.
October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. If you are close to someone who has lost a pregnancy, it can be intimidating trying to offer support. We may not know what to say or what to do and we might think that it is just too difficult of a matter to broach.
Those that have lost a child may feel isolated and lonely, at a time when they need all the care and support they can get. While you may not be able to take all the pain away, awareness and some simple actions can certainly help. Here are 10 tips for supporting someone going through pregnancy or infant loss: