Now that we’ve reached the midway point of winter, have you noticed yourself struggling with persistent feelings of sadness, low energy, trouble sleeping, and/or difficulty concentrating? If so, you might be experiencing Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). SAD is a type of depression that is related to changes in the seasons, such as the lack of …
We are almost through the first month of 2023- are you still thinking about New’s Year Resolutions? If you have been struggling with the pressure to make or keep a New Year’s Resolution, or feeling disappointed that you’ve haven’t been successful, then you probably know that it can be easy to be hard on yourself …
For many people, the holidays are a time to be together with family. While family time can be a source of joy, it can also be a source of hurt and conflict—even for the most well-adjusted families! If you found yourself struggling with family conflict during the holidays, know that you are not alone and …
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The holiday season is upon us! And with it comes a whole lot of stress. You may already be feeling the pressure to start spending- or the anxiety of realizing how much everything is going to cost. If this sounds like you, swipe to learn some tips for managing financial stress during the holiday season. …
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There has been so much discussion about how the CoVid-19 pandemic has changed our social norms, adjusted extra-curricular outlets, altered working lives to remote, and resulted in endless home improvement projects. Yet, there has been less discussion about how the pandemic has also shifted our intimacy and quality of connection with our romantic partners. There …
You’ve been struggling to find restful sleep on a regular basis. Maybe you have one really great night of sleep, but then the next night it’s back to counting sheep or staring at your phone until 3am when you pass out from watching TikTok. Sound familiar? You may struggle with your sleeping habits – or …
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As our parents age, we want to treasure them for as long as we can, so we look for ways to help them stay healthy and active. But many older people suffer from depression, a condition that is not always easy to battle. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, depression affects more than 6.5 …
Caregiving is one of the most stressful and under/unpaid jobs in the world. Most caregivers wear several different hats and work additional jobs to provide for their loved ones. While the work of daily caregiving can test our patience, caregiving during a national pandemic comes with a whole new set of challenges and worries. It …
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