Mental Health

Teenagers can be hard to live with and look after. Unfortunately, parents have no choice other than to be there for their children and ensure they are given stable and comfortable upbringings. If parents don’t intervene early (and begin addressing problem behaviors) then things could spiral out of control and their teenage children could end up getting themselves into serious trouble. Studies suggest that if teenagers do not correct their behavior by a certain age they have a higher chance of committing crimes and other acts that could permanently damage their lives.

Postpartum depression is a common mental health condition experienced by many women after giving birth. It is a type of depression that can occur within the first few weeks or months after childbirth, and can be characterized by feelings of sadness, anxiety, and hopelessness.

With the ever-increasing demands of school and extracurricular activities, kids must stay on top of their game to excel. A critical factor to success is having a sharp memory. As parents, it's our job to help our children hone their memory skills so they can keep up with the challenges life throws their way. Here are ways parents can help sharpen their child's memory and provide them with a foundation for lifelong learning. Any parent wants their children to succeed but it is u p to them to give them the necessary foundation to do exactly that. 

It is no secret that parents significantly influence their child's development from birth and beyond. But when it comes to one of the most important aspects of life—mental health—there is an even greater responsibility for parents to ensure the emotional well-being of their children.

Being a parent with a mental health condition can sometimes cause feelings of guilt and isolation. You may worry that your mental illness will make you an unfit parent or feel unsure about how you manage parenting and your condition simultaneously.

Nothing beats the excitement of becoming a new mother. It's something that many women look forward to. But once there, things can get pretty chaotic fast. This chaos could lead to a new mother's mental health deterioration. And it's common to see a new mom hiding in a closet crying or succumbing to substance abuse. Hello, postpartum depression.

We sleep approximately a third of our lives, so it’s not surprising that sleep is closely connected to our mental health and overall well-being. Bad sleep or sleep deprivation can lead to depression, anxiety, and other conditions. Sleep is essential to our bodies the same way eating or drinking is. Quality sleep restores our brains and keeps us in good mental and physical health. 

Multiple studies have touted the importance of play for kids. It builds imagination and creativity, bolsters social skills, and encourages independence.

Life changes are never easy. Whether or not you are the one calling the shots doesn't matter because the road will be bumpy until you can adjust to your new path either way. There are few changes bigger in life than a divorce and if your marriage has ended it may leave you feeling lost, hurt and confused about what to do next. You are not alone and can heal from this experience to build a new life focused on positive decisions.

Having a child diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder may present quite a few challenges. First, they get assessed for learning disability or ADHD, and then suddenly you are thrust into a world of medication, therapy, alternative treatments, and all sorts of other methods to help deal with the ADHD and it can get overwhelming for both you and your child.