Wondering how to cope with the socially distant holiday season? 6 tips to make it safe and enjoyable
The coronavirus pandemic may be a public health challenge, but the physical distancing needed to combat the spread of the virus can be a challenge too. Now, more than ever, it is important to stay connected with friends and family. While it is easy to feel isolated during this time, there are many ways to…
Read MoreIs your teen dealing with bullying? Tips for parents to help them through it
Adolescence represents many emotions, feelings, and changes; but sometimes also anxiety or concern for those teens who suffer bullying from their peers. But what is bullying? It is violent, teasing and / or harassing behavior that occurs between peers. Bullying can be physical, verbal, or cybernetic. That is why as parents, we have to be…
Read MoreUna vuelta a la escuela muy diferente, como adaptarse a la nueva normalidad
Ya de por sí la vuelta a clases implica ansiedad, nervios, excitación, etc. Con la nueva normalidad, los niños y adolescentes enfrentarán algo completamente distinto. Incluso los padres, quienes también deberán adaptarse a la nueva era y al cambio. Tapabocas, mascarillas, distanciamiento, higiene constante, cambio de horarios y nuevas medidas para lograr una convivencia en…
Read MoreAre you having anxiety about your kids returning back to school? 8 Tips to prepare them for returning.
Both Miami-Dade and Broward County Schools are scheduled to reopen this upcoming week. Parents are facing a new to-do list in getting their children ready for school. Children have to adapt to new routines, learn new school regulations, handle awkward social situations, and cope with worries and/or feelings of anxiety. Along with the average school…
Read MoreLA ANSIEDAD SOCIAL DURANTE LA ADOLESCENCIA: 3 tips para superarla
La adolescencia es el momento en nuestras vidas en donde salimos al mundo, empezamos a conocernos a nosotros mismos, descubrimos y experimentamos cosas nuevas. También van apareciendo personas nuevas y vamos empatizando más con unas que con otras que parecían ser iguales a nosotros. Empezamos a socializar de forma más selectiva, nos afianzamos en distintos…
Read MoreLockdown Procrastination- 7 Tips To Improve Your Focus To Achieve Your Goals
There is notable irony in writing an article about procrastination while being near constantly distracted as I go about doing so—right? Well here I am, writing these words while doing everything I can not to go and ‘check’ the fridge and its contents, or flick on a YouTube video. I am writing these words in…
Read MoreFeeling anxious while you wait for your Covid-19 results? How to tell if your worry is justified.
It seems that everyone around you is getting tested recently. It may have been that a coworker, your roommate or your spouse just tested positive. The news has you scrambling for the nearest testing facility and your worries about the worst possible outcome seem to loom over you as the hours pass by. In this…
Read MoreHow Grief and Loss feel during a pandemic
Experiencing loss and grief can be exceptionally painful and challenging under the best of circumstances. During a pandemic, however, grieving can take a completely new meaning. Sick and elderly are dying alone in hospitals surrendered by strangers. Their loves ones are unable to be by their bedside to comfort them, tell them how much they…
Read More5 Tips for Managing Your Anxiety As the World Re-opens
Up until now, things have pretty much been on lockdown to keep everyone safe. Even though you have adjusted to staying home, you can’t wait for things to be normal again. But progressing back to normal means a whole other phase: re-opening. Though a vaccine and medication are still in the works, many states are…
Read MoreWays to Keep Your Marriage Strong During COVID-19
The recent COVID-19 pandemic has put unprecedented stress on most people, including marriages. While couples that already have strong and healthy relationships might welcome the opportunity to spend more time together and strengthen their marital bond, the more vulnerable marriages could face some additional challenges during this time. Social isolation, job losses, financial struggles, disruption…
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