by Natalie Rice-Thorp, Ph.D. | Dec 16, 2022 | Depression, Holidays, Personal Improvement
The holiday season is upon us, and images of seemingly blissful couples and families dressed in cozy winter sweaters are splashed across our media. These happy, “shiny” people are shown enjoying a Thanksgiving feast together, frolicking in leaves, and cuddling by the...
by Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | Nov 25, 2022 | Family, Grief, Holidays, Stress, Trauma
If the holidays don’t feel like the often quoted ‘most wonderful time of the year,’ you aren’t alone in that feeling. At an early age, we learn that the holidays are times for festivity, a time for the entire family to come together in perfect joy. Social media shows...
by Jen McWaters, Psy.D. | Oct 21, 2022 | Anxiety, Family, Holidays, Mindfulness
It’s almost holiday season! This statement might elicit excitement, joy, as well as other emotions such as dread, stress, or a combination of these, and other feelings. The holidays raise mixed emotions, and for many of us, stress is an expected component of this time...
by Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | Jan 7, 2022 | Anxiety, Depression, Holidays, Personal Improvement
A new year brings fresh opportunities and possibilities. It signifies a time of reflection and gratitude for what’s most important in our lives. This is especially true with 2021 in the rearview mirror. Although 2021 started strong with vaccinations bringing the hope...
by Jen McWaters, Psy.D. | Dec 24, 2021 | Family, Holidays, Personal Improvement
Thank goodness for online shopping. Seriously, how did parents, or really anyone for that matter, get all their holiday shopping done before the internet? Or do life without it? As a new parent, I am so grateful for the conveniences afforded to us through modern...
by Michael Toohey, Psy.D. | Dec 17, 2021 | Family, Holidays, Relationships, Stress
Although the holidays are commonly associated with fun and merriment, for anyone with a narcissistic family member, this time of year can also be stressful and overwhelming. This article will help you better understand your relationship with a narcissistic family...
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