When we enter into a relationship, we do so trusting the other person has our best interests at heart. Sadly, many people can eventually find themselves in an abusive relationship. The abuse can be emotional, verbal, and physical. Abusers come in all colors, shapes and sizes, and from all cultures and religious backgrounds. And while […]
Involvement in Worship Helps Seniors Socially, Psychologically, and Physically
Seniors attend their place of worship more regularly than any other age group, with about half of them attending weekly or more often. Besides family, a senior’s religious community is the largest source of social support, and “involvement in religious organizations is the most common type of voluntary social activity—more common than all other forms […]
Tips To Stay Healthy During Holiday Meals & Parties
The holidays are just around the corner, and that means singing carols, giving gifts, and eating copious amounts of fat and sugar! While it can feel perfectly fine and fun to be decadent over the holidays, before you know it, January first rolls around and you’ve put on 10 extra pounds! If you have been […]
Student Mental Health Post-Pandemic
At no other time in history have schools had to face so many challenges. The COVID-9 pandemic required teachers, students, and faculty to quickly pivot and move classes to an online environment during times of great uncertainty. Despite the work involved to keep education going, students of all ages have still been significantly impacted by […]
Winter Has Arrived! Follow These Fall Prevention Tips
Winter can be a lovely time of year as the snow falls and blankets the ground and bare trees. But winter can also be a dangerous time for some, as icy steps and sidewalks can lead to more falls and broken bones. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that each year, approximately one […]
Supporting Friends and Family Who May Be in a Domestic Abuse Situation
When our loved ones are struggling and in pain, it can be very difficult to know what to do to help them. Seeing friends and family in an abusive relationship can be particularly challenging. We just “want to shake them” and have them see what we see and follow our advice. But coming on too […]
What is Neurodiversity?
Neurodiversity is a concept given life back in the 1990s by an Australian sociologist named Judy Singer. The term is used to represent the different ways people think, behave, communicate, and more. Neurodiversity is often associated with challenges an individual may face. For instance, people with neurodiverse traits may be diagnosed with conditions such as […]
The Impact of the Pandemic on Daily Life
When the pandemic reared its head, few were prepared for what was to come. Even more than a year after it began, most people still have to adapt. Rules and regulations continue to change, and companies alter their policies in ways that impact employees and customers with surprising frequency. While the phrase “new normal” may […]
When They Don’t Ask for Help: Signs Your Senior Loved One Needs Additional Care
You may have successfully navigated the distance between you and a senior loved one for years, but as they get older, that distance can seem magnified by your increasing concern for their well-being. Seniors are notorious for their reluctance to ask for help, and since the distance prevents daily visits, it’s incumbent upon you to […]