December 22, 2021
It is difficult enough for parents to raise children while struggling with their mental health; add to that the lasting effects that the parent’s battle can have on children, and mental illness becomes a double-edged sword. According to Vinita Mehta Ph.D., Ed.M., in an article for Psychology Today, almost a…
November 01, 2021
The holidays are meant to be a time of peace, warmth, togetherness, and love. For many people, it is typically one of the only times when families come together and relish in a long-awaited reunion. But not every holiday celebration is as picture-perfect as a Hallmark card. Sibling arguments, cousin…
August 02, 2021
Has your mother ever boasted about her endless sacrifices, shifted the blame for her own choices, or downplayed your own pain or achievements? Has she ever guilted you with her selflessness, and accused you of not returning the same love and care? We always expect our parents to be examples…
July 13, 2021
Emotional blackmail may not be noticeable until it's too late. Our minds may not process it as manipulation, or we may be too overcome with other feelings to realize we are being manipulated. Although it can come in many forms, our bodies may react differently to certain kinds of manipulation. …
May 06, 2021
An individual’s childhood has a big impact on what type of adult they will become. Oftentimes, a person’s upbringing that is full of traumatic experiences can have long-term negative effects. However, there are many people who still find ways to overcome these adversities. Some of the strongest, most successful women…
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