Friday, November 11 is Veterans Day. Veterans Day celebrates the service of all U.S. military veterans. It is a day to give thanks to all veterans that have served honorably during war or peacetime. We must keep in mind the unique mental health needs of [...]
October 7th is World Smile Day. World Smile Day is marked every year on the first Friday of October. Created by Harvey Ball, artist of the smiley face, it marks a time that we all should devote one day to smiles and kind acts throughout [...]
According to the theory of cognitive-behavioral therapy, for every three thoughts that cross our minds, only one thought is positive. At times, our brains would form automatic negative thoughts unintentionally, as our brains probably do not know the difference between stories “created by our minds” [...]
We live in a busy world. It’s common to get wrapped up in one aspect of our lives and ignore the other parts. Whether it’s work, school, family, or friends it can feel like a challenge managing our time among the many different moving parts [...]
EFT Tapping is a method of Contemporary and Alternative Medicine that consists of tapping on central energy meridian points on the body to reduce symptoms of stress and anxiety. This healing modality aims to balance energy flow and release energy blockages that are connected to [...]
Attachment theory was developed by psychologist John Bowlby in the 1950s. The theory suggests that attachment style forms in infancy based on caregiver responsiveness and stays with us into adulthood. Attachment style dictates how we relate to others. Attachment is viewed on a continuum ranging [...]
We are aware that family meals are important, however, it may be tough to find the time to do so. In fact, family mealtime has been lost due to our overscheduled lives; family dinners happen less often for many reasons, including busy work schedules, homework, [...]
June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. According to Alzheimer’s Association’s report, there are 6.5 million Americans who are living with Alzheimer’s disease, the number is expected to reach 13 million by 2050. Most older adults who are older than age 65 are living with [...]
June marks the beginning of World Infertility Awareness Month. The goal of World Infertility Awareness Month is to spread awareness about infertility struggles faced by people all over the world. It is essential to keep in mind that infertility can impact all genders. Infertility is [...]
May marks Mental Health Awareness Month and it is likely that you know someone who lives with mental illness. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), 52.9 million adults experience mental illness. That’s about 1 in every 5 people. The numbers express how [...]
