Have you ever had a scent or a sound pull you into a memory so suddenly that your heart starts racing before you know why? For someone living with PTSD, that is not imagination. It is the nervous system reacting as if danger is still here. And in that moment, logic does not stand a […]
Ever felt like youâre playing chess with someone who insists itâs checkersâbut only when it suits them? (Spoiler: Theyâre cheating at both.) Weâve all dealt with that one person who seems to have a PhD in emotional manipulation, turning every conversation into a battlefield where logic is optional.
Hereâs the twist: Their tactics arenât as clever as they think. In fact, thereâs a manual for spotting and defusing these antics. (No, reallyâconsider this your guide.)
Disclaimer: This post is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. If you or someone you know is in danger or needs legal help, please consult an attorney or contact the appropriate authorities. When we hear the word âabuse,â many people think of visible bruises or physical violence. But what about the
Feeling overwhelmed? Learn how to tell when you’re too emotional to make a rational decisionâand what to do instead. 5 signs + grounding questions inside.
Why Bullying is Everyoneâs Problem magine this: Your child comes home from school unusually quiet. Their backpack is heavier with stress than books. You ask how their day was, and they mutter, âFine,â before disappearing into their room. (Translation: Not fine at all.) If this scene feels familiar, youâre not alone. Bullying affects millions of
The Puzzle Weâre Still Trying to Solve Imagine youâve just received a diagnosis for your childâAutism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The world seems to freeze, and your mind races, wondering, What does this mean? How can I help my child? What we do know is that autism is complex, like a thousand-piece puzzle, but what we
Parenting is full of surprises, isnât it? One day, your child is happily exploring the world, and the next, theyâre overwhelmed, anxious, or acting out. Youâre doing your best, but sometimes it feels like youâre running out of answers. Hereâs the thing: those challengesâwhether itâs a meltdown, difficulty focusing, or trouble making friendsâarenât random. Theyâre
Divorce doesnât have to derail your family. With the right tools, it can be the start of a healthier, happier future for everyone.
As a parent, I know it can be incredibly overwhelming to seek therapy for your child. The rising costs of mental health services can create a barrier to accessing the care that children need to thrive. However, there have been some recent advancements and programs aimed at reducing these costs and expanding access to mental
Hi there! Iâm Samantha, and today I want to talk about something so many of us wrestle with: How do I know when I need support? We all face challenges in lifeâsome big, some smallâand it’s normal to wonder when we should reach out for help. Whether itâs from a trusted friend, family member, or
