by Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | Oct 21, 2016 | Anxiety, Mindfulness, Stress, Teens
Adolescence is a time of uncertainty and change. It is a period of adjustment when children develop autonomy; learn more about themselves and transition into young adulthood. It’s natural for teens feel self-conscious, nervous or shy in font of others during this...
by Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | Aug 12, 2016 | Anxiety, Depression, Personal Improvement
Sadly, for many of us, we are all too familiar with emotionally “beating ourselves up”. And, it’s not surprising. We live in a society where we’re taught that being hard on ourselves is the way to success. So, in an effort to get ahead, we criticize...
by Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | Jul 1, 2016 | Personal Improvement, Sleep/Relaxation, Stress
Caring for a loved one can be very rewarding, but it also involves many stressors. Caregiving can make an impact on your health, relationships, and state of mind. That’s why taking time to relax, rest, and recharge isn’t just a luxury – it’s a necessity! In this...
by Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | Jun 24, 2016 | Personal Improvement, Sleep/Relaxation, Stress
On an airplane, an oxygen mask descends in front of you. What do you do? As we all know, the first rule is to put on your own oxygen mask before your assist anyone else. If you are a caregiver, this rule often is the first to fly out the window. Caring for yourself is...
by Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | May 20, 2016 | Children, Family, Grief, Parenting, Relationships
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...
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