Some children don’t sweat it when they know they have a test coming up. They sit at their desks with confidence and tackle each question without worry. But that isn’t the case for everyone. Test anxiety is a very real thing. For children dealing with it, it can make the idea of taking a test […]
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As Neil Sedaka’s song says, “breaking up is hard to do”. No matter how long you were in a relationship with someone, a breakup can feel like an emotional rollercoaster. You might experience various emotions from anger and frustration to deep sadness. Friends and family might encourage you to get “back in the game” and
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Effective communication is important, no matter the relationship. When it comes to family communication, it can often take a back seat. You might think you know your family and everyone has their own quirks and communication styles. That might be true, but it doesn’t mean communication shouldn’t be prioritized. That’s especially true if you feel
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Your attachment style is formed very early on in life. Attachment theory is the idea that how we bond and connect with our earliest caregivers can influence our relationships throughout life. Typically, that means that the bond you form with your caregiver(s) can set the course for how well you bond with other people. There
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You can’t help who you love, and frankly, it shouldn’t matter where they come from, what their background is, or what they look like. It can be hard to believe that in the 21st century, bicultural marriages still face challenges, but they do. Unfortunately, some of those challenges can be taxing. Some of them are
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Suicidal depression can affect anyone. You don’t have to have a prior history of depression, a family history, or even previous suicidal thoughts. That’s often what makes it so scary and overwhelming. Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions in the world, but it doesn’t hit everyone with the same severity. Some
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In a perfect world, we wouldn’t even be talking about family trauma. After all, a family is supposed to be safe, strong, and secure. Your family is supposed to provide an environment of close attachments that can shape you into who you become as an adult. Unfortunately, we don’t live in that perfect world. Family
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Parenting is the most rewarding job in the world. But, it can also be the most stressful. If there are days when you feel completely overwhelmed by your kids’ schedule or just the responsibilities in front of you, you’re not alone. It doesn’t make you a bad parent, and it doesn’t mean you’re not doing
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Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions in the world. You probably know family members and friends who deal with it. But, it’s different when you’re in a relationship with someone who has depression — especially if you live with them. Thankfully, there are many management techniques and treatment options for the
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Intimacy is something that can’t be forced or faked. It’s also an important factor in a relationship. While many people automatically associate intimacy with something sexual, that isn’t necessarily the case. Rather, intimacy is a feeling of strong connection and closeness. You can certainly have sexual intimacy, but you can (and should) also experience emotional
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