If you have been fired, it is natural to feel angry, resentful and sad. Take a day or two to be mindful of your feelings. Then, it is time to move on with your life because your job did not define you as a person. While processing your emotions, think about [...]
While many women welcome the birth of a new baby as a joyous occasion, some develop depression as the hormones change drastically in the body. It is usual for moms to experience bouts of depression starting within two days of the baby’s birth and lasting about two [...]
If you are seeing more stress among your employees, there are several things that you can do to help alleviate some of it. The result of lessening tension in the workplace is usually a more productive workforce who stay at their jobs longer and call in less often. Identify the Cause [...]
Many parents find it challenging to cope with their changing role as a parent now that their child is leaving home. Keeping some points in mind can help to create a positive relationship with your young adult. Become Your Child's Mentor Even though your parenting days are over, your child still [...]
Psychologists have long known that exercise helps improve mood. They know that physical activity causes the body to release dopamine, noradrenaline and serotonin that help lift a person’s mood. Still, researchers could not explain all the mood-lifting effects they were seeing. They now think they have found the secret in myokines. How Do Myokines [...]
Researchers at Tulane University have studied results collected from over 10,000 children born between 2005 and 2009 for signs of ADHD. The researchers looked at 40 different factors known before or during birth and identified 14 factors that predicted the presence of ADHD in a child. Researchers are hopeful that identifying [...]
If you are a parent, you may worry that your family is not as healthy as it should be. There are several characteristics that healthy families share, and judging your family against these standards shows you where there is an opportunity for growth. Have Each Other’s Back No [...]
May is National Mental Health Awareness Month. People have celebrated this movement to support mental health in America since 1948. The theme for 2023 is more than enough. The founders desired to move talk to action to improve mental health conditions. Today, more than 1,750 nonprofit organizations celebrate the month. You Are More Than [...]
The Veterans Crisis Line received a record number of calls in March 2023. The staff fielded over 88,000 calls during the month, 28% higher than any previous month. Authorities with the Veterans Administration believe that the surge is only the start of a burgeoning problem that will continue for the foreseeable future. While veterans [...]
Up to 40% of students experience test anxiety. These students often feel physical and psychological distress and may have trouble performing their best on tests. Sometimes, test anxiety becomes so severe that they resist tackling higher education. If you are one of these students, there are some steps you can take [...]
