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Media Balance for Families
Do you have a family media plan? Technology is so useful and helpful in many circumstances. We can look up information such as how to fix...
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Feb 19, 20241 min read
Living Well in 2024 and Beyond
Happy New Year! New Year’s Resolutions are very popular, and if you have ever started out the month of January strong with working...
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Jan 22, 20241 min read
Meaningful Holiday Movies
I have been holding onto this nugget for this whole year and I am excited to share some meaningful movie recommendations for this holiday...
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Dec 11, 20231 min read
Thankfulness
Did you know that what you think matters? The content of your thoughts, the time you spend with them, and your reaction to them all...
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Nov 20, 20232 min read
Common Misconceptions About OCD
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can pervasively impact the life of the diagnosed individual as well as their families, friends,...
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Oct 18, 20231 min read
Nature and Awe
One of my favorite places to visit and appreciate awe is in Lake George, NY. There are mountains- majestic, strong, and beautiful. The...
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Sep 20, 20231 min read
The Science of Friendships
There are summer vibes in my neck of the woods. Children riding bikes, friends shooting hoops in the road, adults meeting for dinner,...
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Aug 8, 20232 min read
Parental Self-Care
Taking care of ourselves is an important and often neglected priority. We overschedule our days, long for breaks that seemingly never...
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Jul 26, 20231 min read
Social Media Use and Teens
One of the most common concerns among families with teens is the use of social media. There are benefits and disadvantages, as there are...
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Jun 19, 20231 min read
Cinematherapy; "Yes, and"
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, I would like to share some information about one of my favorite topics related to...
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May 23, 20231 min read
Talking About Difficult Topics with Kids
Happy Spring! There are times when we find it difficult to explain a big concept about very real-life issues to a child we care about in...
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Apr 25, 20231 min read
Outdoor Play
Do you remember spending hours outside when you were younger? Maybe you enjoyed going for bike rides, walks, digging in the dirt, playing...
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Feb 21, 20231 min read
Focus on Love Jan 2023
In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, I am sharing this interesting piece written by my colleague, Dr. Phillips. I hope that you will feel...
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Jan 24, 20231 min read
Thankfulness
What are you thankful for this November? Thanksgiving is a special time to celebrate family and friends and pause to remember what is...
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Nov 23, 20222 min read
Pros and Cons Technology Use for Kids
As we have been focusing on healthy technology use for the past few months, I am sharing some additional information to help guide...
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Oct 26, 20221 min read
Focus on Social Media and Teens
In continuation of last month’s theme of healthy technology use, I am sharing some additional information focusing on social media. This...
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Sep 26, 20221 min read
Healthy Technology Use
As families are preparing for the start of a new school year and peer pressure about getting a cell phone and playing video games may...
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Aug 29, 20221 min read
New Crisis Resource
Happy Summertime! There are some important and helpful updates with accessing emergency services that I want to share with you. You may...
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Jul 25, 20221 min read
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