Becoming a parent is often described as one of life's most rewarding experiences, but for many, the journey is accompanied by unexpected challenges. Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorder (PMAD) affects countless individuals, impacting not only the well-being of the parent but also the entire family...
Bringing a new life into the world is a transformative experience, marked by joy, excitement, and a whirlwind of emotions. However, many parents find themselves grappling with the complexities of their mental well-being. The terms "baby blues" and postpartum depression often surface in discussions surrounding...
Lifestyle changes are often discussed to support mental health – and one of the most important lifestyle changes anyone can make, whether to address mental health issues or simply to improve performance and personal outlook, is to improve sleep quality. Quality sleep is not just about...
How are your New Year’s resolutions going? Change can be difficult to implement. One powerful concept that can significantly impact this process is the idea of keystone habits. These are the foundational behaviors that, when cultivated, have a ripple effect on other aspects of one's...
By Barbara K. Stump, MAAh, February….the month of love! We are all seeing love this year, as it is even playing out in the Superbowl, with the all-American pairing of Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift. It’s giving non-football fans another reason to tune into this...
In the fast-paced and demanding world of today's workplaces, it's not uncommon for individuals to feel overwhelmed and stressed. It’s easy to feel like you have to be extra productive, always available via email and ultimately overwhelmed by everything on your to-do list. Here are...
Divorce is undoubtedly a challenging experience, and it becomes even more complex when children are involved. Over the past fifty years, psychologists have dedicated extensive research to understanding how divorce impacts kids. In a recent podcast episode of Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Parenting, Dr....
By Barbara K. Stump, MA“Somewhere over the rainbow…”—you know the rest! As I mentioned in Part 1 of “Therapeutic Photography,” 2023 had both highs and lows for me. However, one thing is for certain: I witnessed more rainbows in 2023 than in any other year....
By Barbara K. Stump, MAAs we lean into 2024, I have to admit 2023 brought some challenges for me. How was it for you? What obstacles did you face? Did you, or anyone in your life, have to do some physical or mental healing this...
by Jared C. Bonnici, MA One of the biggest factors contributing to your physical and mental well-being is the quality of your sleep. What comes hand in hand with quality sleep? Good before sleep habits. One of the better pathways to improve more restful sleep is...
