It’s a moment almost all parents have experienced. You’ve been eagerly awaiting catching up with your kid after school, only to have your questions about what they’ve learned met with a series of ...
The end of the semester can be a difficult time for students. Added pressure to perform well, meet expectations or reach certain milestones can negatively impact the mental health of many. College ...
Talking about depression can be difficult at any age, but talking to children or teenagers about it can be more difficult. They might not know how to express how they are feeling or might be afraid to ...
It is vital to discuss family history regarding substance use disorders (SUDs) in an open and compassionate way, so your student better understands their personal risk. People with a family history of ...
It doesn't take much for Jake and Chloe's conversations to quickly turn into heated arguments. Within minutes they are dragging up the past, bringing up examples of injustice and unfairness, stomping ...
Spending hours at the playground is a rite of passage and an almost-daily ritual for many parents … as is making awkward conversation with others who are in the same boat. But fast-talking mamas ...
“Mom, I’m feeling nervous,” my 12-year-old daughter shared one night as I tucked her into bed. “Are you just having nervous feelings or are you thinking about something?” I asked. “Ukraine,” she ...
I’ll never get over my fear of public speaking. But hanging out in front of large audiences has given me some tools for communicating better with people in my personal life. Here are nine things I’ve ...
Talking photo albums can be used as a great communication aid for individuals who have limited verbal communication skills. The album pictured holds 24 4 x 6 inch photos and allows a 10 second ...