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Navigating Busyness
On many occasions even outside the height of the pandemic and global crises, sociologists have started to witness how Americans are living more jam-packed schedules that have led to a frenetic pace. One researcher observed that the national Gallup Poll has reflected that Americans report that they “never had enough time” and this went from 70% in 2011 to 80% in 2018. Simply stated, busyness has become a status [...]
How to Adjust To An Empty Nest
Parents who have raised and cared for their children for a long time may find the transition to an empty nest to be a significant life change. Parents may experience feelings of loss, loneliness, or even anxiety as their children leave home to attend college, work, or other activities. However, parents can adjust to this new stage of life and discover new ways to fill their time and pursue [...]
Suffering From Marital Problems? Try Following These Guidelines
No marriage is perfect, and it’s normal to have disagreements and arguments with your spouse from time to time. However, if you find that you are frequently unhappy in your relationship and that your spouse is the cause of much of your stress, it’s important to do something about it. prolonged unhappiness in marriage can lead to dire consequences, such as Infidelity, mental and physical health problems, and even [...]
Understanding Complex Childhood Trauma
Complex childhood trauma refers to the experiences of multiple and prolonged traumas, typically occurring in childhood or adolescence, such as emotional, physical, and/or sexual abuse, neglect, or domestic violence. These experiences can have a significant impact on a person's emotional, psychological, and physical well-being, and may lead to long-term consequences that can persist into adulthood. Children who experience complex trauma may struggle with a range of emotional and behavioral [...]
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
Many people in various spheres of life have suffered from imposter syndrome. Sociological research indicates that those who have felt like an imposter experience anxiety-induced thoughts about their lack of qualification as well as a strong sense of incompetence in their field. Those in the marketplace wonder if they had been hired by mistake. Others think they will wait to be seen as frauds and shown the exit after [...]
Upcoming Social Skills Group
This will be a 6-week group for 8-12 students between the ages of 11 and 13. Each group session will focus on various social skills, and incorporate an activity to practice and time to process while building group cohesion. Topics covered: starting social conversations, listening skills, exploring common interests, empathizing and viewing situations from alternate perspectives, collaboration, and conflict resolution. The group will be facilitated by Lauren Bose, LCSW, [...]