If your child has been diagnosed with ADHD, you’re not alone. Studies show that about6.4 million US children between the ages of 4-17 have been diagnosed with the disorder. Unfortunately, ADHD can affect virtually every aspect of your child’s life, including their education. Luckily, treatment options are available to help reduce the symptoms of ADHD. One of those treatment options includes neurofeedback. Neurofeedback can help reset your child’s brain, which will alleviate the symptoms of ADHD.…
As the parent of a teenager, you probably face a number of obstacles, perhaps even on a daily basis. If your teen has anxiety, though, the obstacles you, the teen, and the whole family must face take on a completely different level of intensity. Anxiety ranges from mild to debilitating, but no matter the degree your family is dealing with, you must, as a parent, make sure your concern doesn’t translate into any causation.…
It takes a lot of self-knowledge and courage to admit you have a drinking problem. If you feel like your drinking has gotten out of control, you may be suffering from alcoholism. Your alcohol addiction doesn’t have to be permanent, though. Here are three steps you can take to stop your problem drinking:
1. Be honest about the extent of your problem.
When people think of alcoholics, they often think of someone who can’t hold down a job; they may even think of a homeless person.…
Before you marry your partner, it’s a good idea to really think about your future together. You want to make sure that you’re both on the same page and that you go into the marriage willing to work together in all areas of your life. Many couples choose to meet with a marriage counselor. This is a great way to get professional guidance and talk through any big issues or concerns that you both may have.…
Marriage isn’t easy – it never was and it never will be, but honestly, those older couples that you see walking around hand in hand, loving each other until death do they part, they had far fewer obstacles than couples today.
Today, technology makes it so easy for a spouse to cheat without physically cheating. It opens a door that is easy to sneak through without much concern about what it could do to your relationship if your spouse was to find out.…
It is hard for a parent to determine when their child’s behavior problems are not normal. If your child has a lack of focus and unexpected outbursts, then it could be a behavior disorder. You should talk to your child’s pediatrician about your concerns. If your doctor agrees with your concerns, then he or she will refer you to a psychologist.
A psychologist can assess your child for attention deficit disorder (ADD).…
Teens are naturally curious about sex, and the many different forms of technology that exist today have made it easier for them to access pornography. While parents in the past may have found an errant magazine stashed somewhere in the bedroom, you now have to be vigilant about what your kid does online since they can hide their activities easier. As upsetting as it may be to discover that your teen might be addicted to pornography, the good news is that help is available.…
Pregnancy is a beautiful moment in a woman’s life, but it can also be emotionally difficult for many. In fact, many women suffer from weight gain caused by binge eating during and especially after pregnancy. Thankfully, counseling can help manage this dangerous disease.
Binge Eating Is A Danger For Many Pregnant Women
Just about every pregnant woman will gain 20-30 pounds to help their developing child grow in the womb.…
Living with some degree of anxiety can be disruptive, even if you manage to control your symptoms most of the time. Feeling anxious can lead to a rapid heartbeat, sweating, trembling, and plenty of thoughts that can be highly upsetting. For some people, there can be several factors that can actually make anxiety worse. It’s challenging enough to battle your own anxiety, but when you’re faced with certain situations that are unhealthy, you’ll often notice that your symptoms are even stronger.…
Has a loved one recently gone through a very hard time? Perhaps they’ve had a child who died, or maybe there has been another loss in their life. For whatever reason they might be experiencing depression, here are some things for you to consider to help them get back to a happier state.
Things You Can Try On Your Own
Of course, many people go through sad periods in their lives.…
