Complementary and alternative medicines (CAMs) are widely used across the world as a compliment to conventional treatments in the mental health field. CAMs can range from individual practices such as meditation and prayer to massage, acupuncture, and dance therapy. Some of these require a trained professional’s guidance, but there are so many options that can... Continue Reading →
February is Black History Month, where as a country we celebrate, recognize, and educate ourselves on the events and achievements within the African-American community. From grassroots organizing and political activism to artistic accolades and educational awards, there are a huge number of individuals and communities to be honored. Patrisse Cullors, Co-Founder and Executive Director of... Continue Reading →
Have you been looking for an excuse to surprise a friend or stranger with a little bit of joy? Look no further than today, February 17, which is National Random Acts of Kindness Day! This day originated in New Zealand but has quickly spread around the world as an ideal way to spread kindness in... Continue Reading →
As February is known as the month of love, there is not better chance than to talk about it now! Within psychology, there are many theories and different understandings of how love works within the brain and within one’s behavior. A particularly interesting theory is that of psychologist Robert Sternberg, entitled Triangular Theory of Love:... Continue Reading →
¿Cuándo es el Mes Nacional de Prevención de Cáncer? Febrero es el Mes Nacional de Prevención de Cáncer. Según la Fundación Nacional para la Investigación del Cáncer, hay 1,7 millones de nuevos casos de cáncer diagnosticados por año en los Estados Unidos. ¿Qué es el cáncer? Según los Centros para el Control y la Prevención... Continue Reading →
When is National Cancer Prevention Month? February is National Cancer Prevention Month. According to the National Foundation For Cancer Research, there are 1.7 million new cases of cancer diagnosed per year in the United States. What is Cancer? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Cancer is a term used for diseases in... Continue Reading →
¿Qué es la violencia entre parejas adolescentes? Febrero está dedicado a crear conciencia sobre la violencia entre parejas adolescentes, que es un problema que afecta a todos en el círculo del adolescente. La violencia en el noviazgo es más común de lo que pensamos. Según los Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades,... Continue Reading →
What is Teen Dating Violence? February is dedicated to bringing awareness to Teen Dating Violence, which is an issue that impacts everyone in the circle of the teen. Dating violence is more common than we think. According to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention, 1 in 11 female and 1 in 15 male high... Continue Reading →
Exposure to trauma, whether once or repeatedly, can severely impact children. During a time when the brain is forming and significantly developing, experiencing a traumatic situation can thwart that progress. The effects may show up a number of ways, more obviously with acting out behaviors such as fighting with peers or impulsivity. However, the impact... Continue Reading →
