Attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common developmental disorders experienced in children. But medication isn't the only (or best) option and unfortunately, there are limited options when it comes to safe and effective drug treatment....
For most people, discussing mental health can feel uncomfortable. But all parents wonder how to talk to kids about mental health. This is a whole other level. However, talking mental health with kids doesn't have to be awkward, uncomfortable or anything of the like....
Adolescence is a critical life stage. So much so that during ages 11-20, the foundation for who your child will become is laid out. It's your responsibility as a parent to guide your teen through the turbulent ride of adolescence and guide them into the world of happy...
With many relationships, as time passes, the "newness" and "butterflies" gives way to routine - is often the natural course of things. For many, it seems you typically know what to expect from your partner, and sometimes it feels like you've heard all their stories....
Whether conducted in the United States or anywhere else, most surveys indicate the number one reason for divorce is poor communication. However, beyond having different communication styles, issues often develop when both partners aren't comfortable discussing their...
Most parents believe that if they do everything right, their children will be happy. But that's not how childhood works. No matter how much you love them or how much attention and material items you shower them with (please don't though), kids are going to experience...
Mindfulness is the practice of awareness of your internal and external experience in the present moment. Essentially it means maintaining a moment by moment awareness of your thoughts, feelings, and sensations. Spoiler alert: mindfulness exercises for kids is no...
Divorce isn't easy for anyone, but children can take it particularly hard. Many children don't understand what is happening and many more feel the divorce is somehow their fault. Helping kids cope with divorce may just be the most important part of getting divorced...
Most people come to couples therapy with good intentions. Sadly though, they often still fall into the usual traps of marriage counseling and set themselves up for failure. Bickering, interrupting, contempt, resentment and so on. So how do you avoid all this nonsense?...