How to Navigate the Office Holiday Party
Once again, it’s time for the annual office holiday party—an event that people seem to dread or highly anticipate. Despite the mixed emotions, these gatherings offer a unique setting to socialize with co-workers and get to know them on a more personal level. Unfortunately, they can also be an opportunity to say or do the wrong […]
4 Ways to Express Gratitude This Thanksgiving
The stores may be prematurely crammed with holiday decorations and Christmas music, but there’s still time to focus on Thanksgiving and give thanks. In fact, expressing gratitude can provide many hidden benefits, beginning with the fact that you naturally encourage others when you do it. But expressing gratitude offers some additional benefits for you as well, […]
The Times Are Changing
Coping with the Winter Months Daylight Savings Time is behind us, and while you may have consciously accepted the shorter hours of sunlight as an irritating fact of life, your body (and mind) may not yet be on board. Adjusting to the winter schedule can take a toll on both your physical and mental health. […]
What Makes a Bully
Bullying—both physical and emotional—can leave lasting psychological scars on the victim, placing that person at an increased risk for substance abuse, depression, academic problems and violence later in life, according to the Center for Disease Control. October is Bullying Prevention Awareness Month, and throughout the month we’ve been talking about the victims of bullying. Now […]
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Perhaps you’ve already seen purple ribbons on display in public and on Facebook profiles this month. That’s because October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The ribbons are being used to draw attention to a problem that often goes unspoken, yet that plagues millions in our country each year. In addition to the physical violence […]
7 Tips to End the Homework Drama in Your House
The end of September is quickly approaching, and the school year is in full swing. For many households, that means dealing with the daily homework grind. Unfortunately, many children view homework as punishment rather than an opportunity to reinforce what they’ve learned at school, and this could trigger a power struggle between you and your […]
It’s Not Okay
Teach Your Children What to Do If They Witness Bullying It’s sad to say, but bullying is on the rise in America, and it can affect your children both directly and indirectly. Truth is, research indicates that students who witness bullying may be even more psychologically affected by it than the individuals who are directly […]
When Your Child Hates School
It’s that time of year again. Dozens of first-day-of-school photos are filling your Facebook newsfeed, proof that another new school year is underway. And while it may be fun to see all the smiling faces, it will soon be time to get down to some serious learning. The joy of a shiny new lunchbox or […]
Moving On Up
Help your child navigate the early days of middle school and high school by providing emotional support Transitions can be emotionally challenging at any stage of life. But few are as daunting or overwhelming as starting middle school or high school. This is not only a period of tremendous change, but it typically takes place […]
Addressing Depression as You Age
It would be insulting to make the assumption that aging, in and of itself, causes depression. But growing old can bring with it challenges and hardships not present in other times of our lives, and studies indicate there may be a connection between a decrease in folate concentration (associated with aging) and depression, dementia and […]
