Get to Know the Signs This PTSD Awareness Month

Education and learning, General, Parenting, Wellness

June is PTSD Awareness Month. Believe it or not, a common misconception about PTSD is that only veterans are affected by it. This couldn’t be further from the truth. In fact, children and teens can be plagued by it too. What is PTSD, and what are the signs you should...

Mental Health In The United States By The Numbers

General, Wellness

Isn’t it interesting how we can see a post on social media about mental health, and simply overlook how significant it is? Sure, depending on the post, we might feel compelled to share it. However, the majority of us see posts and updates about mental health and idly...

Tips for Overall Mental Wellness This Mental Health Awareness Month

General, Wellness

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and articles typically come out around this time of year about depression, stress, a wide range of other mental disorders, and ending the stigma surrounding mental health. Though it’s important to end the stigma and educate the...

Stop the Stigma of Mental Health

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In 1990 the United States Congress established Mental Illness Awareness Week, also known as Mental Health Awareness Week. The idea behind this was to increase awareness of mental illness, and to educate the public about mental health. It takes place the first full...

How Extracurricular Activities Help Child Development

Education and learning, General, Parenting, Uncategorized, Wellness

For many parents, the grades their children get in school are incredibly important to them. They want to see their children succeed in their studies, and ultimately in life. To truly have a well-rounded child that grows into a well-rounded adult however, it’s critical...

Traveling as Children Leads to Well-Rounded Adults

General, Parenting, Wellness

Do you want your children to grow into emotionally, mentally, and physically healthy adults? Travel may be just what the doctor ordered to do just that, according to a recent study done Contiki tours. Let’s take a closer look at what they found, and I’ll bet you’ll be...