Author: Charles Hill Jr, LPC The term “grief” is well known and has generally been used in reference to a death loss. What about disenfranchised grief? Disenfranchised grief is a term coined by Kenneth Doka. It refers to a loss that isn’t socially validated or acknowledged as a loss. What does disenfranchised grief look like: […]
Author: Erika Kawamura, Psy.D Whether you were diagnosed with ADHD as a young child or later as an adult, you may have felt confused by that reference to the “seven wonders of the world” and how ADHD can possibly be in the same sentence. More often than not, you may be more used to […]
Author: Erika Kawamura, Psy.D If you have read “Treatment Options for ADHD Part I: Medications,” you have become familiar with how medications work and how it can be helpful for addressing certain symptoms. However, there are limitations as to what medications can and cannot do, and that is where behavioral strategies and therapy can come […]
Author: Erika Kawamura, Psy.D If you were recently diagnosed with ADHD or have been diagnosed many years ago but continue to struggle with finding effective treatment, you may be thinking “Ok, now what?” There is no one-size-fits-all because ADHD can be experienced differently in each person, but the good news is that there are several […]
Grief is often understood as a deeply unique, individual, and emotional experience. However, the impact of grief extends far beyond the mind and into the body. The body plays a central role in how grief is processed, and can cause confusion how sudden anxiety, fatigue, and pain can manifest out of nowhere. Understanding these symptoms […]
Author: Kathryn Lodwick-Jones, LPC, BC-DMT, NCC Children and teens are using social media younger than ever before. Early exposure to problematic trends and ideologies paired with repeated messaging about “ideal bodies” during critical development periods increases susceptibility to developing unrealistic long-term beliefs about food and self-image. Although there are a variety of resources to address […]
Author: Sam DeFilippo, MS, LPC, NCC, CAADC When we talk about substance abuse and addiction, it is generally recommended that people take an abstinence based approach to their recovery. However, that is not always the best fit for everyone. So, what is the difference between abstinence and moderation, and how do you know which one […]
Anticipatory grief is an often misunderstood type of mourning that occurs before an actual loss. It typically occurs when someone you love is facing a serious illness, a progressive condition, or even an inevitable or unexpected life transition. Unlike the grief that follows a death, anticipatory grief lives in the in-between where hope and dread […]
Author: Erika Kawamura, Psy.D While stress is a normal part of life, it is important to regularly check-in with yourself where your stress level lies because as discussed in the “Stress Management Part I: Where are you on the Stress Bell Curve?” too much stress, and especially when it is prolonged or chronic, can lead […]
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