Depression in children and adolescents can look very different than it does in adults.  While feelings of sadness and hopelessness are still common symptoms, there are many other warning signs to be aware of.  Below are 3 lesser known symptoms to look for beyond what we typically think of when we hear the term depression:

Regardless of circumstance, many find it difficult to know what to say when someone we know is grieving a loss. One type of loss that may feel particularly sensitive to most is miscarriage and stillbirth. Considering the alarming statistic that one in four women will experience a miscarriage, it is more likely than not that […]

Is Alcohol Affecting Your Life? 11 Warning Signs and 9 Ways to Help Yourself We live in a society that minimizes, normalizes and glamorizes irresponsible drinking, and it can be a challenge to figure out if your drinking has become an issue.  Luckily, there are some clear cut ways to determine – if you are honest […]

8 TIPS FOR SUCCESSFULLY BLENDING REMARRIED FAMILIES -by Christine Nelson Taylor, LPC Re-marriages of divorced parents can create difficult transitions for the blended family, and love alone can’t fix everything.  Each member brings their own set of expectations of how the newly configured family will function, and when these aren’t met, feelings of disappointment, hurt and […]