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Early forms of educational systems have been detected as far back as ancient Egypt. The first culture to really create a system of notable education was in Judea, where they were adamant about education, regardless of class. [More]

Relationships experience varying degrees of health. The survival of the relationship is totally dependent upon the willingness and ability of the two people involved to nurture, grow, develop and protect it. [More]

This winter I found I was ready to fully accept my illness. It was no great epiphany. It was a process. Why it took me ten months after sitting under the tree, I’ll never know. But I was also able to understand that some dreams and plans are now beyond my reach. I’ll never be an executive again. I may never be a college professor. My husband and I may never be financially stable. I may never work as a full-time artist. [More]

One of the reasons gratitude is considered effective for managing moods is that it requires us to remain in the moment and focused on the positive. It has long been believed that we can crowd out negative thoughts that result in depression and anxiety by focusing on the positive and living in the present moment. [More]

Although well-intentioned to ensure that disabled children are not discriminated against by the public school system, participation in complex Individual Education Programs can be stressful for parents, students and educators alike. [More]

Cyber Bullies come in all shapes and sizes, and they also target both adults and children. Why they do it, and who. [More]

It is my belief that solidarity can touch both clinician and anyone accessing services. In an individualistic world we are bombarded by messages that we need to be able to do things on our own and it permeates through our being, influencing our action. However this is completely contrary to our nature. We are born dependant and needing to be cared for and we thrive in community. Therefore the concept of solidarity is necessary and takes belonging to the next level. [More]

Part of the traditional marriage vows indicate a partner's willingness to remain together in sickness and in health. So, could getting married to remain healthy as good of a reason to tie the knot as love? [More]

So, what about you? What considerations do you and your partner need to discuss before making a decision to have another child? [More]

Early retirement seems like a dream come true for some, but it often creates relationship problems and role confusion when one spouse is still working. LuAnn Pierce, LCSW talks about underlying issues couples need to address to avoid resentment and other concerns when one spouse retires before the other. [More]