Teens today face overwhelming pressure, from academics and social media to identity struggles and anxiety about the future. It’s no surprise that rates of depression, anxiety, and other mental health challenges are on the rise among adolescents. Parents and caregivers play a crucial role in...
All emotions, feelings, dilemmas, and thoughts—positive or negative—are part of the human experience. It is natural to sometimes question why you may feel a certain way or struggle with navigating situations or emotions. How we manage our feelings is important to our overall wellbeing, it...
It is not always easy to talk about what is going on internally. Often it can feel easier to put a “fake” smile on your face and pretend everything is ok. But that isn’t sustainable. The problem with keeping our struggles to ourselves is those...
The seasons are changing, the weather is warming, and the sun is out longer and shining brighter, it is the perfect time to spend more time outdoors. Research shows that time in nature and being active outdoors is not only good for your lungs and...
October is National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month, a time when clinicians and their communities come together to spread awareness and combat mental illness. By working together, we can all promote the importance of mental health screenings while reducing the stigma associated with mental...