The statistics cannot be ignored. Suicide is the tenth leading cause of death in the United States. Approximately 922,725 Americans attempt suicide each year. An estimated 4.73 million Americans are survivors of suicide of a friend, family member or loved one.…
Traumatic events, such as the recent shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn., can be a challenging topic for parents to discuss with their children. Not only is it an emotional topic, but there are questions that cannot…
All parents want their babies to grow up happy and healthy. From the moment of birth, humans are social and emotional beings. This means infants, toddlers and young children have mental health needs. Although thinking of infants and mental health…
If you are the parent of a child who has been diagnosed with autism, or suspect he or she may fall on the autism spectrum but have not yet received a diagnosis, the symptoms your child is exhibiting may be…
Remember the saying ‘You are what you eat?’ Well, it also rings true for your mood. Nutrition plays an important role in physical health, but it also affects your behavior and brain function. “The brain is a metabolically active organ…
Grief. It’s defined simply as mental suffering or stress. But it’s more than that. If you’ve lost a close loved one, you know the intense pain and wave of emotions that follow: denial, anger, despair and hopelessness. The emotions are…
When life does nothing but annoy you, and you’re finding it hard to concentrate and control your emotions, you may want to take a look at your sleeping habits. Are you getting enough Zs? Sleep is an important part of…