The case for healthy eating
October 10 was World Mental Health Day, a yearly reminder of the increased awareness of mental health issues and the undeniable benefits of ongoing research. With that in mind, I decided to devote this blog post to an area of mental health research that is growing in popularity; specifically, the link between food and mood. […]
Helping teens manage stress
We live in a stressful world. From work to home life, everyone deals with some form of stress on a daily basis. It’s worth noting, however, that teen stress appears to be on the rise – and often at an alarming rate. In fact, a recent study by the American Psychological Association reported that teens […]
Empty nest. Full life.
Embracing the new in a time of transition Attention empty nesters: For the past 18 or more years, your life has been consumed with parenting. From midnight feedings and diaper changes, to soccer games, birthday parties, driver education, homecoming, prom and graduation, your attention and focus have been exhausted on your children. Now that they’ve […]
Protecting your teen on the internet
It’s not easy being a teenager, especially with the advancement of technology and our society’s obsession with social media. While many of the issues that teens face today are not new, the additional impact of technology presents challenges that previous generations never dreamed of. It’s important to understand these issues and to know how to […]
Sending your child to college
How to maintain the fine line between independence and over-parenting As a parent, there are few times in life quite as emotional as sending your child to college. In addition to feeling sentimental about the fleeting moments you have left together, you’re likely worried about whether or not he or she is prepared for this […]
Combating back-to-school anxiety
A new school year is about to begin. While this is typically a time of great anticipation and excitement, there’s plenty of nervousness and anxiety to go around as well. Children get the back-to-school jitters for a number of reasons, and the vast majority of them are normal and age-appropriate. With that in mind, here’s […]
The upside of failure
If there’s one thing certain about life, it’s that life is always uncertain. While you may experience days filled with joy, hope and anticipation, you may also face many others with sadness, hardship, worry and failure. I spend a lot of time talking with people about failure, in all of its many forms. And although […]
Finding friendship in adulthood
Have you ever watched two children form a friendship? It’s effortless, innocent and sweet. Kids have an uncanny ability to walk up to a stranger on the playground, introduce themselves and instantly become friends – without even knowing each other’s name. Finding friendship in adulthood is a bit more challenging, but it doesn’t need to […]
Suicide: What to know and how to help
Suicide has been in the news a lot lately. From well-known celebrities to innocent middle school students, the suicide epidemic is widespread and knows no boundaries. It touches people from all walks of life and does not discriminate based on age, race, class, or education level. And while a negative stigma often accompanies any news […]
5 Things to Keep in Mind When You’re Coping with Loss
In the wake of this past week’s headlines announcing the deaths of Anthony Bourdain and Kate Spade, two individuals who were loved and admired by many, I’ve been reflecting on the subject of loss – in all its many forms. From the death of a loved one, to a breakup, a layoff at work, or […]
