The hippocampus is a region of the brain largely responsible for memory formation.Let’s say you typically eat eggs for breakfast but were running late and ate cereal. As you crunched on a spoonful of Raisin Bran, other contextual similarities remained: … Continue reading →
Adult children, especially those who are emotionally struggling and lack the ability to have calm, constructive conversations, may walk all over their parents. These adult children assert undue control, manipulate, or take advantage of parents emotionally, financially, or in other … Continue reading →
Be less controlling now so they can be more independent later. As nice as it might be to have a perfectly obedient child (albeit rather unusual), you probably also want your child to grow into an independent, autonomous adult who … Continue reading →
I’m used to hearing things like this from my therapy clients: “Mom cried to me whenever she broke up with her boyfriends and it was my job to soothe her.” “Dad talked to me about the household financial stress. It … Continue reading →
Deciding whether or not to have children is one of the most significant decisions a person will face. Any parent will tell you that there’s no way to fully prepare yourself for all that comes with parenthood. But how does … Continue reading →
Enabling behaviors can encourage unhelpful habits and behaviors, even if it’s unknowingly. But supporting behaviors can empower a loved one to recover. If you love someone with a mental health condition or substance use disorder, you may feel as though … Continue reading →
One mom’s experience taught her how important it is to understand your child’s processing speed to minimize stress at home and school. I’m someone who sets out to complete everything I do as fast as possible like I’m running an … Continue reading →
While these gestures may seem trivial to adults, they go a long way with little ones. Here are a few simple things that will make your child smile. Sometimes, it’s the little things that make the biggest impact. This is … Continue reading →
We all have quirks and flaws. But how do you know when your personality traits are symptoms of a personality disorder? A personality disorder is a mental health condition that can make it difficult for folks to maintain healthy relationships … Continue reading →
Tips, such as being aware of how you spend your time and reflecting on what makes you happy, can help you assess your life and make changes to find happiness again. What you think is important to you might not … Continue reading →
