Is It More Than Moodiness? How to Tell If Your Teen Is Depressed

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You’ve been waiting for these years to come. Your friends and family members warned you about this. You knew how you raised your kids, and you thought that they’d be different. The thought of it didn’t even worry you. But now they’ve grown up, they’re older, and those dreaded years have hit you before you […]

Navigating Daily Life: Practical Tips for Managing Anxiety

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Everyone experiences anxiety; whether that’s the first day of school, a job interview, moving, or an important date. Some anxiety is a part of being human. It is possible, however, that anxiety can become so extreme that it impacts daily functioning. These overwhelming feelings of fear, terror, and panic may develop into an unhealthy lifestyle. […]

4 Tips For Communicating With Your Neurodivergent Child

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When you first found out you were expecting, you and your partner couldn’t wait to have your own little person. You knew that they would be equal parts, you and your partner, and you couldn’t wait to have your own little mini-best friend. What you didn’t expect was communicating with them to be such a […]

3 Dating Tips that Don’t Involve Apps

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Trying to meet someone over appetizers instead of dating apps? You’re not alone. While the apps may feel convenient, they don’t always deliver the results we’re looking for.  Apps allow us to safely hide behind an online wall, which many people began to prefer following the COVID-19 pandemic. So how can we meet people IRL instead […]

Understanding Meltdowns and Shutdowns in Autism

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The word autism is often used to describe a range of conditions that fall under the larger umbrella of a neurodevelopmental disorder called autism spectrum disorder (ASD). A person with ASD may display symptoms like communication difficulties, repetitive behaviors, and delayed onset of skills like language, movement, and learning. There is no cure for ASD, […]

What Does Gender-Based Discrimination Look Like in the Workplace?

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After your alarm goes off in the morning, you immediately head to your closet to pick out your outfit for the day. You scan through several skirts and dresses, but you’re fearful that they’ll be deemed inappropriate, too short, or too casual. You settle on a nice pair of slacks that aren’t too tight or […]

Signs Social Media Use Is Entering Addiction Territory

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Almost everyone uses some kind of social media platform on a daily basis. Maybe you like to log into Facebook to keep up with family and friends. Maybe you scroll through Instagram to keep up with your favorite influencers. Or, maybe you mindlessly weave your way through TikTok for a good laugh or even a […]

Vacation Tips: How to Actually Sit Back and Relax

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Why do most people take a vacation trip? Sure, there are some who seek adventure and new frontiers. The vast majority of people, however, need a getaway. They want to take a break from the grind and simply relax. Why, then, do they so often return home feeling more stressed than when they started? What […]

How Can You Tell What Is and Isn’t Normal in Your Child’s Development

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As a parent, your list of worries and concerns really never ends. You might want to snap a photo and praise your child whenever they reach a new milestone, but what if you’re wondering whether they should be doing more at their age? Maybe you saw them with a group of their friends or classmates […]

How to Cope with Gender Dysphoria

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Most people struggle with their self-confidence and body image at some point or another, but for those struggling with gender dysphoria, the struggle can feel hopeless. Reminders of the disconnect between the inner self and outer appearance are everywhere. Mirrors feel dangerous. Family photos are bittersweet. More subtly, even the way others talk to us […]