by Kara Ferreira Humans are naturally wired to seek pleasure and avoid pain, so it is little wonder that many of us are constantly in search of feeling more “happy”. The issue becomes that happiness is an emotion, and emotions come and go – so if...
by Kara Ferreira As divorce rates amongst younger married couples have declined over the past decade, an uptick in divorces in the 50-70 year age range illustrates the importance of staying connected. As adults live longer, staying in a mediocre marriage for another twenty years becomes untenable....
by Kara Ferreira You might think that “take a deep breath” is just a saying that people use when they want to help you relax. The truth is, there is real science behind it! Taking a deep breath or changing your breathing pattern slows your heart rate...
by Dr. Katie daCruz, PhD Practicing gratitude has been shown to have broad effects, such as reducing feelings of loneliness, experiencing more joy and happiness, increasing life satisfaction, and improving our relationships by expressing more compassion, kindness, and helpfulness. Taking time for gratitude means taking time...
by Kara Ferreira High school can be a very busy time in your young student’s life as they prepare for college. A recent article in Psychology Today, points out that parents can provide important guidance on avoiding overscheduling and prioritizing time for play and other beneficial...
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by Dr. Katie daCruz, PhD ...
by Dr. Katie daCruz, PhD ...
by Jacinta Kreiner Young highschoolers reach the last year and then find themselves packing up and moving to a completely new environment away from their families, many for the very first time. These young adults enter the college scene which, to no surprise, commonly includes rising...
by Jacinta Kreimer Sleep is one of the most important parts of a person’s life. The ability to sleep well is the ability to live well. Without proper rest a person is compromising their body’s ability to rejuvenate and refresh for the next day. While you...
