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Unlocking Strengths: The Positive Side of ADHD You Need to Know
How Neurodiversity Fuels Creativity, Focus, and Innovation When we think of ADHD, the conversation often focuses on the challenge and difficulty with focus, impulsivity, and hyperactivity. But there’s a lesser-known side to ADHD that’s worth celebrating: the strengths...
Cognitive Dissonance – The Battle Between What We Think, Feel, and Do
On National Psychotherapy Day, we celebrate the transformative power of therapy in Counselling individuals confront and overcome the internal battles that shape their mental well-being. Cognitive dissonance is one of many areas where therapy can provide valuable...
The Social Media Trap: How Comparison Steals Joy from Adolescents
By Catherine Young, LPC - Senior Executive Director of GenPsych PC In today's digital age, social media has become an integral part of the lives of adolescents. Platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat offer a window into the lives of others, creating an...
What Is Self-Care and How It Can Transform Your Mental Health
Do you struggle to find time for yourself in the never-ending vortex of responsibilities and deadlines? Still, given the busy pace of our daily lives and the external pressures over which we frequently have little control, it is easy to see why taking better care of...
Navigating Adolescent Mental Health During the Summer Months: Insights from IOP/PHP
By Catherine Young, LPC - Senior Executive Director of GenPsych PC As the sun shines brighter and school doors close for the summer break, adolescents enter a season that holds both the promise of fun and the challenges of navigating their mental health. For many...
Benefits Of Outpatient Mental Health Counseling & Therapy
-- At times, stress, trauma, or mental disorders can weigh heavily on us, affecting our ability to enjoy life to the fullest. That's where outpatient mental health counseling plays a vital role. This type of service, usually provided by licensed therapists or...
The Balanced Equation: Academic Success and Mental Well-Being
-- In the bustling corridors of adolescence where textbooks collide with teenage dreams, the weight of academic expectations can often morph into a formidable adversary. As we delve into the complexity of adolescent life, it becomes imperative to address the elephant...
Crucial Aspects in Mental Health Recovery
Explore the 12 indispensable steps for mental health recovery, from self-awareness to crisis planning. Make progress in your journey towards a healthier, happier life.
5 Key Reasons Why Schools Should Keep Parents Informed About Their Child’s Mental Health
In today's rapidly changing world, the well-being of our children has never been more important. While academic success remains a top priority for parents and educators, there's a growing awareness that mental health plays a crucial role in a child's overall...
10 Foods and Nutrients for Optimal Mental Health
In today's fast-paced world, taking care of our mental health is more important than ever. While food alone cannot replace professional treatment, it can play a crucial role in supporting and improving our mental well-being. In this blog post, we'll explore ten foods...