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Cutting screen time in your child’s life may be something you do regularly. However, if you are noticing your child is having a hard time getting away from their screens it may be time to take action. Research has found that excessive screen time is linked to anxiety, depression, ADHD, and obesity in children. The…

If you’ve wondered whether or not your child may have ADHD, getting tested and diagnosed can help them be more focused in their day-to-day life and reduce the extent to which their untreated ADHD interferes with getting things done and their happiness. Most kids do things that look like ADHD from time to time. You…

For many women the birth of a baby is exciting and a love you’ve never experienced before. However, it can also cause you to feel a different range of emotions, from fear and anxiety to depression.  It’s been found that new moms begin to feel “Baby Blues” which occur 2- 3 days after giving birth…

There are many benefits of journaling for your mental health; it doesn’t have to be perfect. It’s a place where you can let all your feelings out, write yourself a letter, or write someone else a letter. When you feel overwhelmed, it’s a healthy way for you to get those feelings out and can be…

The last year has been undoubtedly hard for all of us, but has had a profound effect on our children. Adjusting to learning at home, to going back to school part-time, and now this fall, our children are entering a new school year. The many adjustments they’ve had to make this year haven’t been easy.…

As a parent, one of the best things you can do for your child and the world at large is to teach them kindness. The way your kids treat the people around them is one of the most foundational skills they will have, and will be a crucial part of how they function in their…

Hoarding Disorders A hoarding disorder is a persistent difficulty with discarding or parting ways with possessions because of a perceived need to save them regardless of their actual value. With this, it can lead to them feeling distressed at the thought of getting rid of their possessions. Most people who suffer from a hoarding condition…

You may be the kind to exercise daily, or you may be working on getting on a plan that works for you. Exercise is an integral part of life. It keeps your muscles and bones strong. Did you know exercise is also great for your brain? Exercising gets your heart pumping, which in return increases…

We all love music, and its versatility means there’s something for everyone. Regardless of the genre, music makes us feel good. It’s there for us during difficult times like death or break-ups, and it’s there for us in extraordinary times, and is key to any celebration. If you are wondering why music has that effect…

Color psychology is the study of the effects that colors have on human behaviors and emotions. There have been many experiments with color since its discovery in 1666 by Sir Issac Newton. How does color affect your mood? Let’s take a deeper dive into color psychology.  Color affects on Mood Color plays more of an…

Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy is a progressive and fatal brain disease associated with traumatic and repeated TBI’s or Traumatic Brain Injuries. These TBI’s include concussions or repeated blows to the head. There is no current cure for CTE, and the diagnosis can only be determined after death.  What we know There is no cure for CTE,…

What is OCD? OCD or Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is a common and chronic disorder that can be long-lasting. A person has uncontrollable, recurring thoughts they obsess over or behaviors that he or she feels an urge to repeat over and over. These thoughts and images trigger intense distress for the individual. If you know someone…

Anxiety is a relatively common mental health disorder in the United States. We all experience anxiety, and for most, it’s a quick experience that some may or may not notice. However, it can be debilitating for others who encounter it more intensely and frequently. It can hold people back from living their lives fully.  What…