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How parents can help their children’s teachers relieve their anxieties this year
Mental health has never been more important than RIGHT NOW. As World Mental Health Day (10/10) trails World Teachers’ Day (10/5) are both on my radar, I wanted to take a moment to talk about working with your school to make this school year a great experience for everyone. I went ...read more
Easing Back-to-School Anxiety
Anxiety issues are the most common mental health disorders in children. There are an estimated 18 million children and teens who suffer from anxiety. Because the start of a new school year can trigger or worsen anxiety in stressed-out children and teens, we tapped NYC Licensed ...read more
Keeping Teens Busy with Volunteer Opportunities
COVID has cut back on a lot of opportunities for teens to feel like they are a part of the community. Sports, music and theater programs have been slashed leaving teens feeling isolated and bored. With the fall looking dubious at best for a normal school season, it's time to keep ...read more
How To Support Someone with Postpartum Depression
Pregnancy, labor, and delivery--these not minor events. It's a life-changing journey with up and downs. For those who have never had a baby, it’s difficult to imagine the emotional (and physical) roller coaster associated with growing a person, giving birth to them, and caring ...read more
Is It Stress or Anxiety?
I've experienced stress and generalized anxiety. And while I recognized that the two often go hand in hand, I also discovered through personal experience that they're different afflictions. For me, stress is acute--usually centered around a change or event. Anxiety, on the other ...read more
The Physical Effects of Smiling
Many people go to the dentist not just because they want good oral health, but also because having a great smile is a good confidence booster. But it also impacts those who see that dazzling smile. A smile can be infectious--spreading joy and warmth to others. And it can also do ...read more