Depression Tips For Parents
When Your Child Feels Sad. We often hear, “I feel depressed,” or “I struggle with Depression.” But what does that mean? How is that different than a typical response of feeling sad? Everyone has bad days and times where they feel sad. The difference between sadness and depression is [...]
Am I Hungry?
Hunger Is Physical. Struggles with eating can lead to confusion on whether or not a person feels hungry. One of the most common questions asked in therapy for over-eating patterns is how to understand when to eat (and when to stop). For this article, we will focus on hunger [...]
Recovering From The Holidays
Family, Friends, the Holidays—and Me. Many of us know the popular holiday phrase sung by Andy Williams: “It’s the most wonderful time of the year.” For many people, the holidays are a sacred, special time to spend with family and friends who are dear to us. It marks an [...]
Sober Support for the Holidays
May Your Heart Be Light. Christmas and Hanukkah mark the time of year for family togetherness, celebration, and indulging in festive meals. Despite cultural differences surrounding drinking and the holiday season, those who experience addiction will aim to steer clear of substances altogether. The holiday season can lead to [...]
ADHD Tips for Parents
Find the Positives! What is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)? It consists of three main components: inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Although these characteristics are common for children in general, those with ADHD include these experiences: the 3 components mentioned happen more frequently than expected for a child’s age Inattention, [...]
Thanksgiving Tips for Eating Disorders
Holiday Support. The Holidays mark a season of tradition, family gatherings, and meals. For someone experiencing an Eating Disorder, this can become an uncomfortable time of year. Thanksgiving poses multiple triggers for anxiety, struggles with food, and stressful family dynamics. Eating Recovery takes hard work, self-compassion, and support from [...]