Seasonal Affective Disorder
What You Need to Know With the holiday season behind us and the dark, cold days of winter in full swing, you may find yourself feeling more down than usual. If so, know that you are not alone. Many people this time of year suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) or the “winter blues”. […]
The Holiday Blues
Although the holiday season is typically a time of joy, wonder and family togetherness, the emotions are often quite different for someone who is grieving. Whether your grief stems from the death of a family member, a divorce, the loss of a job or the diagnosis of an illness, the holidays often magnify pain […]
‘Tis the Season for Family Gatherings
Ah, the holidays. In our minds—and often in our memories—we have a vision: the halls are decked, turkeys and truffles abound and carolers make their way through the snowy streets as our happy families nestle by the fire, feasting and toasting the impending New Year. Though we cannot fault Norman Rockwell for his intentions, […]
A Stress-Less Holiday
With the holidays nearly upon us, chances are you’ve started receiving invitations to parties, events and social gatherings. While the hustle and bustle of the season is exciting, it can also be overwhelming for many people. The holidays are advertised as a time for families to relax and enjoy each other, when in reality […]
7 Ways to Take the Stress Out of Homework
If you are a parent of school-age children, chances are you’ve dealt with homework issues at some point. Though homework is an important tool for reinforcing what your child is learning at school, it often results in stress, anxiety and emotional drama for both students and parents. Here are seven ways you can help […]
9 Tips for a Productive Parent-Teacher Conference
With parent-teacher conferences quickly approaching in many school districts here in Central Ohio and around the country, some parents are understandably nervous. Truth is, they may fear the worst about their child’s performance in the classroom. While a little anxiety about this formal meeting is normal, parents should view it as an opportunity to […]
5 Ways to Beat Stress This Fall
For many people, fall is one of the busiest and most stressful times of the year. It is often the mark of new beginnings and a time of transition as people “kick off” the year ahead. When there are beginnings, there is often uncertainty and adjustment, both of which trigger stress. The negative effects of […]
5 Ways to Tackle the Empty Nest Years Head On
When the empty nest years arrive, many people ask: “Now what?” After working so long and hard to raise children and provide a safe and nurturing environment for your family, it can be difficult to move forward into a new and uncharted phase of life. Here are a few ways to embrace this time […]
Marriage and the Empty Nest Years: Can You Beat the Odds?
If you or someone you know is approaching the empty nest years, pay attention. Recent statistics don’t offer an optimistic outlook for marriage after the kids leave home. In fact, there has been a sharp increase in the number of couples calling it quits after 20 or more years of marriage–especially after the kids […]
Coping with Back-to-School Anxiety
Whether your child is starting kindergarten or her senior year of high school, there is a certain amount of anxiety and stress that comes with returning to school after summer vacation. Your child is used to plenty of time spent outdoors, a relaxed schedule, no homework and a fairly stress-free environment. Suddenly she is […]
