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Dealing with substance abuse in the family can be a deeply emotional and challenging experience. It often brings feelings of confusion, frustration, and even hopelessness. However, with the right approach, you can provide meaningful support to your loved one while...

Caring for an elderly loved one is an act of devotion and compassion, but it can also be a source of stress and emotional exhaustion. Whether you’re balancing work, family, and caregiving duties or navigating difficult decisions about your loved one’s health, managing...

Building strong family relationships requires effort, understanding, and communication. One key skill that can transform family dynamics is emotional intelligence (EI). Emotional intelligence – the ability to recognize, understand, and manage emotions – plays a...

Creating a supportive and understanding environment for LGBTQ+ family members is crucial for their emotional well-being and overall mental health. For many individuals, coming out or expressing their identity can be accompanied by significant challenges, including...

Sleep is essential for overall health and well-being, yet millions struggle with getting enough quality rest. From difficulty falling asleep to waking up frequently during the night, sleep disorders can take a toll on physical, emotional, and mental health. But how...

The connection between nutrition and mental health is gaining recognition as researchers uncover the profound impact diet has on emotional well-being. What you eat not only affects your physical health but also plays a pivotal role in shaping your mood, energy levels,...

Burnout is more than just feeling tired; it’s a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged and excessive stress. You may feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, and unable to meet daily demands. If you’re experiencing burnout, effective...

Life transitions – such as starting a new career, getting married, having children, experiencing a breakup, or even moving to a new city – can be exciting yet overwhelming. These significant changes often come with a complex mix of emotions, including stress, anxiety,...

Family therapy can be an invaluable recourse in the support of children's mental health. Family therapy is a form of talk therapy that focuses on the improvement of interfamilial relationships and behaviors.  A strong family dynamic, full of people that care about...

Seasonal Affective Disorder, which can also be known as seasonal depression or SAD, is a condition that many people in Arkansas will experience in their lifetime. As the seasons change, some may experience significant changes in their moods.  Seasonal Affective...

We’ve all been there. Life feels like it isn’t going our way, or maybe we just feel down in the dumps about ourselves and the things happening around us. It is easy to fall into a negative mindset sometimes, especially when life is in one of its hardest seasons....

At times, anger can make you feel like you’re not in control of your own life, and rather at the mercy of unpredictable and powerful emotions.  Anger is a natural emotion, we all feel it from time to time. The emotion itself varies from what could be described as...

When life enters unprecedented territory, things start to feel a little… wild. For most people, losing or leaving their jobs can set their whole life off balance. Money may become tight, the job market is even tighter, and with the rising costs of living, being...

With rising costs of living, tight job markets, and unprecedented times, financial stress is amongst the top kinds of stress Americans are experiencing today. Money is needed to put clothes on our backs, food on our table, us and our children in school, and so much...

earn how social media can negatively impact mental health. Explore the effects of online interactions and discover strategies to maintain a healthy digital balance

Uncover the key goals in therapy and how they can help you achieve personal growth. Learn about setting and reaching meaningful objectives for mental health improvement.

“Discover why attending therapy is a sign of strength, not weakness. Learn how seeking professional help can empower you and improve your mental well-being.

In our modern era, the flow of information is unending, with news updates available 24/7 through various media outlines and digital platforms. While this can keep us well-informed about global events, it also exposes us to a continuous stream of often negative and distressing news.

Grief, the emotional response to loss, is a natural human experience. While it’s often associated with the death of a loved one, grief can also arise from other significant losses like divorce, job termination, or a serious illness. The intensity and duration of grief...

Therapy can be a very powerful tool for personal growth and positive change. But like any worthwhile endeavor, you might benefit from having a clear direction in mind when undergoing therapy. This is where setting therapy goals comes in! What are therapy goals?...