EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Therapy: What is EMDR and what are the benefits?
EMDR therapy, or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy, is a type of treatment that helps people feel better after experiencing something scary or upsetting. Imagine your mind is like a big filing cabinet, and each memory is a file inside. Sometimes, when something really bad or scary happens, that memory file gets stuck and […]
Kids and Phone Addiction: Breaking the Addiction to Social Media
Understanding Social Media Addiction What Is Social Media Addiction? Social media addiction is a behavioral addiction characterized by excessive or compulsive use of social media, which can impair other important life areas. It is a growing problem among adolescents and young people, with 40% of individuals in the US aged 18-22 reporting feeling addicted to […]
What ‘Inside Out 2’ teaches us about Anxiety
‘Inside Out 2’ is an exciting movie that continues the story of Riley and her emotions. Just like in the first ‘Inside Out’ movie, we get to see how her emotions from early childhood—Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear, and Disgust—work together inside her mind. This time, Riley is facing new challenges as she grows older. One […]
Depression and Messy Rooms: What’s the Link?
How are depression and a messy room similar to one another? When should a parent or adult be worried? It can be frustrating when your child’s room is constantly messy. You’ve tried to help them get organized, but it never seems to stick. While some kids are naturally tidier than others, it’s important to know […]
How to Motivate a Child Who is Unmotivated
“My child is lazy and unmotivated”, “My son is not motivated to do anything”, “My child misbehaves and has constant anger”. These are statements that I hear from parents with unmotivated children. It can be frustrating, confusing, and anxiety-provoking to watch your child struggle with motivation. You’ve tried everything you can think of to help […]
