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What is Seasonal Depression and How Do I Get out of the Slump?
April 22, 2024
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Winter can be a difficult time for many people. Cold weather, short days, and decreased social activity can all take their toll, and it is normal to experience fatigue, loss of interest, and anxiety. Some people, however, experience symptoms that are more severe, like depression and even thoughts of suicide.
Seasonal depression and flares in existing mental illnesses may be classified as seasonal affective disorder (SAD) by a counselor or psychologist. SAD requires specialized treatment to help those who suffer from its effects.
Mental Health Professionals in Schools
April 8, 2024
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Schoolwork can sometimes take a mental toll on students. Added to the demands of home life, extracurriculars, and social pressures, school children sometimes find themselves facing legitimate mental crises.
While these mental health crises often do not require medical intervention, students may need a mental health professional to help them organize their stressors and identify their problems. That is the benefit of mental health professionals in schools.
How to Survive Your Teen’s Rebellious Phase
March 18, 2024
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Teenage rebellion can cause family stress and disruption. Your child, rapidly becoming an adult, is discovering a new sense of independence. Sometimes this new independence results in your child choosing to rebel against you as a source of authority.
This phase is a response by your child to take control of their life and delve deeper into their sense of independence. For parents who have never faced behavioral issues from their children before, this stage can be a surprise.
What are the Benefits of Getting Your Kids Involved in Clubs and Sports?
March 4, 2024
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You want to do what is best for your children. But with a full-time job, school nine months out of the year, and other family responsibilities, finding time to get your kids involved in sports and clubs can feel impossible.
Getting your kids involved with clubs and sports is one of the best things you can do to help their social and physical development.
How Technology Has Altered and Brought Awareness to Mental Health
February 19, 2024
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Over the past one hundred years, the approaches we use to talk about and treat mental health disorders have rapidly evolved. Since the beginning of the twentieth century, and especially since the 1950s, mental health disorders have been increasingly studied, classified, and destigmatized.
Telehealth Therapy Versus In-Person Therapy
February 5, 2024
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Addressing mental health struggles and working to improve them is one of the best things you can do for yourself. However, it is important to take care of your mental health in a way that is sustainable for your lifestyle.
One of the best methods of improving your mental health is through therapy with a counselor or psychologist. However, the most traditional therapeutic sessions are not right for everyone. Many people need a relaxed setting where they feel they are conversing with a peer or friend, while others want more of a scholarly or clinical setting.