Browse Category: Mental Health and Stress

Life-Altering Moments: What Will Change YOUR Perspective?

“Storms make oaks take root.”

It is inevitable. At some point we have all faced, or will face, a life-altering event . . . whether it be the death of a loved one, a serious illness or some experience that reminds us of what really matters in life. In the blink of an eye, everything can change. Often, these life experiences can teach us valuable lessons, help us discover inner strength, and help us realize what is truly important.

Moms Who Hurt: Postpartum Depression Linked to Domestic Violence

Many new mothers experience the “post-baby blues.” And when you think about it, it’s hard to imagine why they wouldn’t. Crying babies, middle-of-the-night feedings, a post-baby body that’s not quite “sexy,” . . . and the list goes on and on.

Tax Day Stress: BE GONE!

Well, today’s the day! Did you get your taxes filed in time?

Believe me; I know that tax time isn’t easy. Between gathering receipts, worrying about having to dish out money, and dreading the mere possibility of being audited, it’s no wonder we feel stressed at tax time. So stressed, in fact, that a recent study found an increase in fatal traffic accidents on tax day. Yikes!

Barbie Moms and Toddlers and Tiaras: What Are We Teaching Our Children?

In a world where children already seem to be growing up too fast, news stories about mothers  who push their little girl’s to grow up even faster can’t help but make you shake your head and wonder: “Just what exactly is being taught to the children who will be our future?”

Panic at 30,000 Feet: Could “Terrorist Stress Disorder” Be the Cause?

Over a decade later, we likely are still seeing the psychological reverberations from the September 11th terrorist attacks.

Did You Play the Mega Millions?

I would be lying if I told you that I didn't get a lottery ticket last week in hopes of winning the Mega Millions jackpot of a staggering $640 million. In fact, I bought several even though I knew I would lose; as the rest of you probably did.

Well, lose is a relative term . . . because I did end up winning $2! Guess my lucky number 23 comes in handy once in a while.

Social Insecurity

People are murdering other human beings because of Facebook. Seriously, the same online network that boasts millions of people from babies that have no idea it even exists to elderly folks that still sign every wall post as if it’s a letter, is also the beginning of a homicide.

Is Divorce in Your Future? One Study Explains Your Relationship on Facebook

If you think that “special” time you or your partner spends on Facebook is just a little harmless fun, then you may want to, well, WAKE UP. Studies have found that Facebook can actually be serious trouble for a relationship and is responsible for one-third of divorces. One-third!

The Unseen Side of the Military “Personality”

If you know anyone in the military, whether they have gone overseas into combat or not, you may have noticed that they have undergone certain changes in their personality.  If you have had a child, husband, wife, or other close relative or friend go off to serve our country, you may have witnessed upon return a “changed” man or woman. One, perhaps, who is more serious, dedicated, and responsible; or on the other hand, one who is more aggressive, erratic, and depressed.

“Am I Ugly?” What This Question Reveals About Social Media and Child Psychology

“Am I ugly?” It’s a loaded question, made up of one part vanity, one part insecurity and, in this particular case, one part poor internet etiquette. As of late, preteen girls have taken to YouTube to pose this question to an infinite audience of anonymous viewers.