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Differentiating Between Normal Stress and Signs of Depression or ADHD.
As part of National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month and ADHD Awareness Month, it’s important to raise awareness about the distinctions between everyday stress and more serious mental health challenges, such as depression and ADHD. These conditions often present unique signs, but they can be overlooked in the hustle of daily life
Back to School
It is never too early to start thinking about the upcoming school year. As parents, we want our children to have a successful and positive experience in school. The first day of school can be stressful for parents and children. Children may worry about making new friends or how they look in their new clothes. Parents may worry about whether their child will fit in with their new classmates or if their child will be bullied at school.
If Your Child Gets Stranger Anxiety, These Strategies Could Help.
Your six-month-old baby used to have no trouble being dropped off at a babysitter, but now she wails and won’t leave your arms. Or maybe your toddler won’t let you put him down and clings to you for dear life, especially when meeting new people. All of these are signs of stranger anxiety, which is a normal developmental phase for babies and toddlers. Still, even though it’s totally normal, it doesn’t mean it isn’t distressing. We get it: going through a stage of stranger anxiety with a little one can be challenging and confusing.
Do feelings of depression, helplessness, or anxiety have you off balance?
Stress related to life changes can affect all of us. A career setback, relationship difficulties, a breakup, separation or divorce, relocation, the passing of a loved one, the birth of a child, children leaving home, aging parents, aging pets, and our own health concerns can affect each of us differently. If stress, feelings of sadness or depression, helplessness, worries or anxiety, or other issues are interfering with your ability to function well at home, at work, or in your community, counseling can help.
Concerned about your child’s behavior at school, at home, in your community?
Our lives revolve around our children. We worry about them every day. We work hard to provide them a comfortable, safe haven. Despite our best efforts, we sometimes need help. If you’re concerned about your child’s behavior including episodes of excessive sadness, anxiety, anger or acting out, counseling is a good option. Neuropsychological and psychological testing can also help determine and manage any learning and/or attention problems.
Need help sorting through relationships and conflicts that challenge your family?
Family relationships are an important factor in mental health. Very little happens out of context or randomly. Many relationship and individual problems can occur because of family dynamics. Family counseling examines and sorts through the relationships, conflicts, and behaviors that are at the center of challenging family interactions. Working with a family’s patterns and behaviors can help reduce problems and improve interactions facing individual family members.