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April 25, 2014
by Casey Truffo, LMFT

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The Impact of Debt and Bankruptcy

April 25, 2014 04:55 by Casey Truffo, LMFT  [About the Author]

the impactof debtand bankruptcy
You've done everything you can think of, including selling some of your belongings, to make an effort to make ends meet and get the bills paid. But no matter what you do and how much you try to pay everything, it just isn't enough. You're only making the minimum payments on your bills, but every month a few unpaid bills remain. You feel as though you have nobody to turn to; nobody to lend a hand or give you a loan…and it’s taking its toll on your mental health and the health of your relationship. [More]

April 24, 2014
by Christie Hunter

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Confused About Mental Health and Autism

April 24, 2014 04:55 by Christie Hunter  [About the Author]

confused about mental healthand autism
People are confused about what autism spectrum disorder is at a time when the rate of diagnosis is increasing 30 percent every two years. This indicates the need for an in depth conversation that defines autism, explains its symptoms and raises awareness of its growing presence in North America. Autism is a multifaceted diagnosis with many categories. After all, it is a spectrum disorder meaning the term itself encompasses a range of behaviors, cognitive abilities and social skills. [More]

April 23, 2014
by Christie Hunter

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The Dangers of Self-Diagnosis for Mental Health

April 23, 2014 04:55 by Christie Hunter  [About the Author]

the dangersof self diagnosisfor mental health
With the open access to a pool of information, self-diagnosis has become a common practice. The practice becomes more dangerous than ever when it comes to mental health. This is because most mental diseases and psychological disorders have similar symptoms, and in most cases self-assessments lead to misdiagnosis.This article will guide readers through the dangers and stiff penalties associated with self-diagnosis. [More]

April 22, 2014
by Casey Truffo, LMFT

dream big together

Dream Big ... Together!

April 22, 2014 04:55 by Casey Truffo, LMFT  [About the Author]

dream big together
Like a shiny new car you just drove off the lot, the excitement of new marriage and the infatuation of new love almost always changes after the proverbial honeymoon period. That doesn’t mean it goes away; far from it. It’s just that as you begin to tackle some of your first challenges together as a couple and return to some sense of normalcy—or at least the “new normal - most couples inevitably trade novelty for the maturing of the relationship,”It’s not a bad thing, and it is also inevitable. [More]

April 21, 2014
by LuAnn Pierce, LCSW

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Sexual Assault Awareness

April 21, 2014 04:55 by LuAnn Pierce, LCSW  [About the Author]

sexual assault awareness
For many women, sexual assault is the most frightening experience they can imagine. Sexual assault is being forced or coerced to engage in any unwanted sex act, whether physical, verbal or visual. Sexual assault aka sexual violence includes all forms of rape, incest and sexual abuse of children or teens, domestic violence, stalking, sexual harassment and hate crimes. The statistics are staggering. [More]

April 20, 2014
by LuAnn Pierce, LCSW

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Parenting a Child With a Physical Disability

April 20, 2014 04:55 by LuAnn Pierce, LCSW  [About the Author]

parentinga child witha physical disability
New parents often anticipate each new development in their babies with excitement and anticipation. As babies reach new milestones, parents and siblings applaud and cheer, eager for the next celebration. The normal ages and stages in child development allow for some wiggle-room, usually a range of a few weeks to a few of months for different tasks. When babies do not reach developmental milestones within the given range, it could mean the child has a problem. [More]

April 18, 2014
by Casey Truffo, LMFT

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Coming to Terms with Your Teenager's Coming of Age

April 18, 2014 04:55 by Casey Truffo, LMFT  [About the Author]

comingto termswith your teenagers comingof age
The time when your teenager moves toward adulthood is an important time; however, it can be among the most difficult for a child AND their parents. Books, music, and movies many times refer to the theme of coming of age and relay the challenges associated in the transition. For families, this is a most emotional time because parents often are faced with disappointment and broken hearts as they feel their child no longer needs them, while their teenager is separating from them and developing new social circles. And although most teenagers are excited about this time in their lives, some are saddened or miss the safety that they had in their childhoods. [More]

April 16, 2014
by Eddins Counseling Group, M.Ed., LPC-S, CGP

howto makea career change

How to Make a Career Change

April 16, 2014 04:55 by Eddins Counseling Group, M.Ed., LPC-S, CGP  [About the Author]

howto makea career change
Are you considering a career change or in the midst of a career transition? No matter how urgent it feels to make a decision quickly, take some time to do some self exploration first. Your career is an investment in a large portion of your life. It's a good idea to line your next career up with what is important to you. [More]