Chronic sorrow is just about as bad as it sounds. It refers to long-term sadness that typically occurs in waves. Most people who experience chronic sorrow are caregivers, parents of sick children, and the chronically ill. While we tend to focus on how parents of chronically ill children and the sorrow they might feel, we […]
How Sand Tray Therapy Can Facilitate Career Development
Sand tray therapy is a popular modality under the umbrella of play therapy. It’s often used as a special type of therapy for kids. It’s beneficial for young minds because it allows them to express themselves without actually having to speak. But, sand tray therapy can benefit adults, too. Some adults benefit from this therapy […]
Should You Tell Your Employer If You Have an Invisible Disability?
Invisible disabilities are those that cannot be seen with the naked eye. It doesn’t mean they’re less impactful; it simply means they’re hidden. Examples of invisible disabilities include autism, autoimmune diseases, brain injuries, cancer, chronic pain and fatigue, arthritis, ADHD, diabetes, epilepsy, etc. Although these may not be immediately apparent just by looking at someone, […]
Should Parenting Be a 50/50 Effort All the Time?
One of the common issues new parents run into is how to evenly and fairly work together. Evenly breaking up the responsibilities of parenting is one of the hardest parts of becoming a parent. So how you can find the happy medium between all work and no play? Can parenting be split evenly? Unfortunately, the […]
Integrative Therapy: How Does It Harmonize Different Therapy Methods?
The human mind is infinitely complex. Integrative Therapy is a psychological approach that bears this reality in mind. Often called a “holistic” treatment, Integrative Therapy combines varied techniques and ideas from a wide range of options. Since each client has their own very distinct needs, mental healthcare requires a fair amount of flexibility. Each treatment […]
Dealing with Situations Triggering Your Memories of a Sexual Assault Experience
If you’ve gone through a traumatic event, you may find yourself re-experiencing those emotions. At some point, avoiding triggers could become difficult or impossible. In those moments, it’s important you learn how to take care of yourself and prioritize your mental wellbeing. Prepare for dealing with your triggers as you recover from your trauma so […]
How Parents of College Students Can Cope with Fear Following the MSU Shooting
In the United States, it’s common practice for schools to practice active shooter drills or have processes in place in the event of a mass shooting. As a parent, you worry about your children, even when they’re in college. And if they attend a school out of town, you might feel anxiety because you’re not […]
Anxious About Your Child Going To College? How To Cope With This
What if they oversleep? How will they find all of their classes? What if they get lost on campus? New questions and concerns are filling in your head faster than you’re able to answer them. Who will take care of them when they’re sick? What if they run out of money on their meal card? […]
What to Expect from Detox Treatment Following Addiction
Making the decision to come clean after developing an addiction isn’t easy. It takes an enormous amount of strength to decide this at all. It’s normal to be wary of detox treatment. Withdrawal symptoms are scary and daunting, but that’s what a good detox program is for. When your body eliminates the substance you’re addicted […]
Ready Post: 6 Ways You Can Lessen Your Impact on the Environment from Home
Wherever you might happen to fall on the political spectrum, it’s easy to fall into a state of despair over the state of the environment and the potential impact of global warming. Every day there are stories in the news about endangered species, changing flood zones, or erratic weather patterns. You might be surprised by […]