Blog for Better Living
Help Kids Beat Summer Boredom
By: Other | June 17, 2016
Written by Rebecca Zygar Almost every child looks forward to the summer. At the beginning of the season it seems like there are endless things to do and all the time in the world to do them. But, without structured schedules things can get boring in a hurry – especially towards the end of vacation. […]
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Speaking Your Child’s Love Language
By: Other | June 10, 2016
Written by Jennifer Wendt, Ph.D. Raising emotionally healthy children is a full time journey. It is the most rewarding, incredible journey while also a challenging passage. Along this voyage you may ask, do my children know how much I love them? Am I helping them build a foundation of love and support from which they […]
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Cognitive Behavior Therapy 101
By: Other | May 31, 2016
Written by Asal Azizi, Psy.D. As a therapist who provides Cognitive Behavior Therapy, I often meet with new clients who have heard a thing or two about CBT work, but have never experienced it. As a new client, you may be intimidated by the idea of undergoing CBT or believe it is the answer to […]
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Dr. Perper Contributes to the Cover Story in the San Diego Reader!
By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | May 20, 2016
The cover story of the San Diego Reader, titled We Shared this Bond discusses the importance of group support for children who have lost a mother. The article features a San Diego-based program, Chula’s Mission. Chula’s Mission was founded in 2010 by Lyndsey Ruiz after the loss of her mother to cancer. Upon realizing the […]
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Relaxation Exercises for Your Body and Mind
By: Other | May 13, 2016
Written by Kelly Anderson, Ph.D. Stress! It’s a feeling that most people can relate to and it happens more often than we would like. Not only does stress cause us to think negatively, but it can make us feel physically uncomfortable too. Coping with stress effectively, before you feel overwhelmed, can help to prevent longer-term negative […]
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Ready for College! Are you ready?
By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | May 5, 2016
You’ve put so much intensity, energy, and focus into preparing for college by studying for the SAT’s, taking AP classes and visiting schools. Now comes the most important part of the preparation process…making the transition between high school and college. Taking time to create a plan for the Four Core Components of College Readiness will […]
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The “Sandwich Generation”: What is it? And, How to Manage this Life Role
By: Other | April 29, 2016
Written by Francine Martinez, Ph.D. The question raised in the title is one that I found myself asking as I faced my “sandwich generation” role with an aging parent and an ill spouse — it sure feels like I’m in the middle of that sandwich! Writing a blog is both a learning/teaching opportunity, as well […]
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Instilling Family Values
By: Other | April 22, 2016
Written by Jennifer Wendt, Ph.D. Values are instilled at the heart of every family. They are the values that we feel are important to uphold when living our lives and interacting with our world. If asked what values are important in your family, some values may be bold and obvious while others may be a […]
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Mindfulness for You and Your Family
By: Other | April 8, 2016
Written by Asal Azizi, Psy.D. As the morning alarm goes off, family members of all ages rush off to start the daily grind of everyday life. Children and teens hurry to face a day of getting ready for school, learning all day, sport practice or music lessons after school, dinner with their parents, and an […]
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