Maybe you or someone close to you has been recently diagnosed with a mental illness. How do you navigate this change? What does this diagnosis mean?
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Read MoreBeginning therapy is a big step for many of us, and maybe you’re on the fence as to whether or not you should schedule that initial session. Read on to discover eight reasons why you should start therapy.
Read MoreTherapy...the word itself may make some people feel uneasy, but why? There are a lot of misconceptions around what therapy is like, keep reading to learn more about some common myths about therapy.
Read MoreControlling relationships…something that virtually no one wants to find themselves in, yet something too common to not talk about. Let’s read more to discover some of the signs that are common among controlling relationships:
Read MoreMost of us are aware of the important role that parents play in the lives of their children from birth. What many of us may not be aware of is how a young child’s attachment to their parent may be influential over their future relationships as they grow up.
Read MoreIt is well-known that not all parents are alike. I’m sure when you look back on your childhood years, you remember the parents that were so “cool” and the ones you knew not to cross. But what is the real difference between these parenting styles and which one (if any) is the best?
Read MoreOftentimes, people use empathy and sympathy interchangeably. This may not seem like a big deal, but the two words have very different meanings.
Read MoreThe term “OCD” is thrown around a lot in day-to-day conversation. However, there are many misconceptions about what OCD actually is and what it is like.
Read MoreMindfulness has recently become a “buzzword”, but what is it and does it have any actual benefits?
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Read MoreAh, relationships...the greatest joy or the greatest burden depending on who you ask. But what is it that makes a great relationship so…well…great?
Read MoreWe hear a lot about self-care, but how many of us actually take the time to do something for ourselves? For most of us, self-care is more of an occasional treat than a regular practice. But shouldn’t taking care of our mind be as routine as taking care of our bodies?
Read MoreWe hear things about wellness all the time, but what does “wellness” actually mean? How can we work toward achieving wellness in our lives?
Read MoreDepression is on the rise. The rate at which depression is rising is even a bit alarming. According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health depression rates rose from 6.6 percent in 2005 to 7.3 percent in 2015. In fact, the World Health Organization estimates that by 2030 depression will be the number one leading cause of the global burden of disease.
Read MoreThe term “unconditional love” is found all over songs and movie lines, but what does it actually mean for real life relationships?
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