You've probably noticed that today's children, tweens, and teens face a whole new world of stressors. From social media pressures to academic competition, anxiety seems to be everywhere. Keep an eye out for changes in your child's behavior, especially if they start avoiding activities they used to enjoy or struggle with things their peers seem to handle easily.

Mental health issues among teens have been on the rise for over a decade, and experts are questioning the role of social media in this trend. A 2022 survey found that 35% of teens use at least one major social media platform multiple times daily. These effects can be both positive and negative, varying from one teenager to another.

While many are familiar with individual trauma, a lesser-known, but potentially devastating form is intergenerational trauma. Also called generational, transgenerational, or ancestral trauma, this type of trauma can have far-reaching effects across multiple generations, shaping families and communities in profound ways.

This therapeutic method, pioneered by psychologist Francine Shapiro in the late 1980s, has become a widely recognized treatment for a range of mental health concerns. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a groundbreaking mental health treatment that helps individuals heal from trauma and distressing life experiences.

Anxiety can be a debilitating condition, not only for those experiencing it, but also for their loved ones who want to help. While you can't eliminate their anxiety entirely, there are many ways you can assist them in managing their symptoms and improving their quality of life.

If you’ve ever gotten the feeling that you have more than one personality, you’re not alone. Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy is an effective approach designed to help you manage your sub-personalities (or “parts”) while honoring your true Self. It can be helpful to look at this process as similar to managing family dynamics.

During the length of any relationship, there are going to be ups and downs, trials and tribulations. Life will try to throw a lot of challenges at you. How you respond to your partner in these instances can make or break your bond.

The earliest trick we learn in life is how to ask for help, and that’s through tears. Infants don’t only cry when they’re hungry. Sometimes, they want warmth, closeness, social attention, safety reassurance, and other emotional reassurance.

Eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy (EMDR) has become increasingly popular over the last few years. It’s a safe, effective, and unique form of therapy that can be especially helpful for people who have experienced trauma.

Have you noticed your anxiety levels dropping when you have the chance to step away from technology for a few days? Maybe you feel especially calm when you are hiking or camping.

When it comes to depression and sleep, the relationship tends to mimic a chicken-and-egg situation. It can be difficult to tell which one came first and which one followed.