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The Growing Mental Health Epidemic Among Young Adults and Teens
In recent years, the mental health crisis among young adults and teens has reached unprecedented levels. Anxiety, panic disorders, PTSD, and autism spectrum conditions are affecting more young people than ever before, preventing them f...
The holiday season is a time for joy and connection, but for families navigating the challenges of anxiety, PTSD, or autism, it can also bring unique stresses. As a parent, you’re not only managing the usual holiday hustle but also working to ensure your young adult feels supported and safe.
Here a...
If you’re the parent of a young adult struggling with anxiety, PTSD, panic attacks, or navigating the challenges of autism spectrum disorder, you know that the road is often winding and long. Your days are filled with worry, with care, and with an unrelenting question: How can I help my child?
In t...
As a parent of a young adult struggling with anxiety, panic, PTSD, or autism spectrum disorder, you've likely faced countless communication challenges. Conversations that seem simple with others may quickly turn into tense, frustrating, or even painful exchanges with your child. These communication ...
Self-injury is a really tough thing to handle as a parent. Why is it not All you want to do is fix it. Fixed the injuries, fix the scars. And hold your towels and tell them it all be better. But the problem is it's not. Self-injury is something that. Children and young adults do this because they fe...
HeartMath is a scientifically-proven technique to bridge the connection between your heart and your brain. It’s an effective method of reaching a smoother and calmer mental state which reduces anxiety and stress. HeartMath uses methods that focus on the connection between the heart and the mind. The...
If you're the parent of a child with PTSD or autism, you know that managing stress and anxiety is a constant challenge. You may have tried various therapies and medications, but they can only do so much. And in many cases, medication and therapy fail entirely. Either way, you're constantly looking f...
The holiday season is a joyful time, but it can also be difficult for families who have members with autism. Changes to normal routines and the over-stimulation caused by decorations and extra people can cause significant stress for someone on the autism spectrum.
Here are my favorite tips, for mak...
“Spoons” is a metaphor, a code word, to describe and measure how much ...
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most commonly diagnosed mental disorders in children. It is a chronic condition that affects how a person behaves, thinks, and feels. ADHD can make it difficult for a person to focus on tasks, control their behavior, and even has an effec...
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurological disorder that affects approximately 2.2% of adults in the United States. Autism is believed to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors and is characterized by social-emotional, communication, and behavioral challenges. Research...
The school year is gearing up in most places. Which makes this a great time to talk about ways you can support your child's mental health during the school year. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, 20% of all students will experience a mental health disorder at some point during th...
