Substance abuse is defined as the continued use of a drug despite worsening outcomes. Addiction is a complex disease and not a moral failure.

Dyslexia can be hard to identify and treat. It’s a neurological disability that makes it difficult to process words, letters, and numbers.

Several situations can cause us to miss a loved one.

Psychological trauma occurs when someone experiences a highly stressful situation.

Parenting is hard enough as it is. It can be even more difficult to co-parent.

Has one of your children settled back home after previously fleeing the nest? A relatively new term for this is called the “boomerang” experience.

Intrusive thoughts come unbidden, and they can be very concerning.

There is no right or wrong way to grieve. Understanding the stages and types of grief, though, can help you find healthy coping strategies after losing a loved one.

Loving and caring for animals is one of the greatest honors in life. From the time they first come into our lives until their last day, they are part of our families.

We define grief as a feeling of loss. It’s not exclusive to the loss of a loved one.

Being assertive helps you control stress and improve your coping skills. Among other benefits, being assertive also helps boost your self-worth and earns you the respect of others.

Internal Family Systems (IFS) is an evidence-based model of psychotherapy. This system recognizes the mind as a naturally subdivided entity, capable of supporting many parts or sub-personalities

Setting boundaries can help improve your self-esteem and even improve the quality of your relationships. It’s a sign of self-respect.

EMDR is a valuable and useful tool for processing past trauma and can lead to long-lasting and greater relief from anxiety, depression, and PTSD

Being a teen can be really hard. There are bodily changes and shifts in responsibilities at home and school.

Emotional and psychological trauma happens when someone experiences an extremely stressful event.

Adjusting to motherhood is beautiful and life-changing. It’s also hard.

Do you feel yourself pushing your partner away even though you love them?

Have you ever had something so terrible happen to you that your mind makes you relive it again and again?

Have you ever felt sadness or irritability right after delivering a baby?