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Growing old. The one unifying factor among all humans is also the most difficult to face. The inevitable aging process is one we try to escape with expensive lotions and hair dye. Coming to terms with the physical signs of aging is taking its toll on our mental health. Researchers wonder if it is possible to hold a mirror up to reality and accept the natural cycle of life. [More]

Celebrities who speak out about their mental health challenges help reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness and make it safer for ‘ordinary’ citizens to recognize a need, seek help, and share their own stories of courage. [More]

The results of a Washington Post-UMass Lowell poll—about screaming—were released this month. With so many options to help one alleviate daily stress, there might be one helpful activity that's easily overlooked. No app required. No special workout clothes either. [More]

One of our goals at Sam Nabil Counseling Services is to meet the therapy needs of a variety of peopl [More]

What is the one activity of childhood that is, in all likelihood, universally accepted as an effective way to withdraw from the pandemonium of daily life? What will occupy the mind and restore serenity in less time than one can measure? What is the diversion that has been adopted by the world of adults and has sold over 12 million units of functional escape from reality as the numbers continue to grow? [More]

The United Nations has declared Monday, June 13 to be International Albinism Day. Some may know what that is. Few know why that is. [More]

In a few short years, how does a young man go from one the brightest futures in professional sports to potentially losing nearly everything? Johnny Manziel, the 2012 Heisman Trophy winner, has been accused of ‘extensive damage’ during some festivities he hosted in a posh Los Angeles rental home in early April. [More]

There are many types of abuse and all are difficult to endure. Physical, sexual, emotional, financial and verbal cruelties are among the various forms of mistreatment that our society faces daily. Another type of brutality that is widespread and difficult to address is domestic abuse. Domestic violence has been a concern in our society for decades. [More]

Fifty years of research on depression may have done a disservice to people aiming to move out of the dumps and into a happy state of mind. [More]

End of year activities are now past and resolutions of the New Year are being re-evaluated by many whose motivation is flagging when challenged by the stresses of daily life. With 2016 comes uncertainty [More]