In the past week, 2 major celebrities have passed away as a result of suicide. Yet, in our country, mental illness is still considered a …
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Executive Functioning Skills: The New Research that Convinced Me to be a Soccer Mom Dropout
Sneak peek: How new research on play and executive function in kids made me feel better about being a soccer mom dropout. My oldest son …
Research Reveals Genetic Links to Postpartum Depression
Any woman who has given birth knows the emotional upheaval that often follows this life-changing experience. For some women, however, this …
When You are Unsure What to Say to Your Teen (or Tween), These Books Can Help
{Sneak peek: Teens often have a lot of questions about their health, changing hormones, unruly emotions and more. They might be afraid to …
Does Having Children Make You Happier?
This may seem like a controversial question to some people. Of course, you love your children and cannot imagine your life without …
“Day Dreaming” Among Students May Not be All Bad
As school begins across the country, you may remember back on your own days as a student. I bet many of us recall sitting in class and our …
National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day
Today is National Children's Mental Health Awareness Day. I've been making a point to blog about this for the past few years and you may …
National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day
Today is National Children's Mental Health Awareness Day, which is hosted by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration …