My mom has dementia and her behavior toward me has become mean and combative. How do I take care of her but set boundaries with her hateful behavior? Dementia is a cruel disease that can change a person's personality and behavior. As a result, family members often struggle to take care of their loved ones with dementia, especially when their...[ read more ]
Communication is an essential part of any relationship. It allows partners to express their thoughts, feelings, and concerns with each other, ultimately helping to strengthen their bond. However, what happens when one partner doesn't communicate? This can be frustrating, challenging, and even hurtful, especially for women dealing with husbands who don't communicate. Communication breakdowns in relationships can manifest in many...[ read more ]
Caring for an elderly parent while working can be a complex and challenging experience. According to a 2020 report by the National Alliance for Caregiving and AARP approximately 16.8 million caregivers are providing care for an adult over 75 years of age. These statistics highlight the significant impact that caregiving can have on individuals and balancing work responsibilities with caregiving...[ read more ]
According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, anxiety disorders affect roughly 40 million people over the age of 18 in the United States. Though these disorders are highly treatable, only 36.9% of those with anxiety seek treatment. Perhaps this is because of busy schedules or a lack of insurance that causes so many people with anxiety to suffer...[ read more ]
Most of us from a young age are taught how to be kind, considerate and compassionate toward others. But rarely are we told to show the same consideration to ourselves. This becomes even more true for individuals brought up in abusive or unloving homes. WHAT IS SELF-COMPASSION? Self-compassion is taken from Buddhist psychology and refers to how we can relate...[ read more ]
We live in a society that worships the overachiever. Burning the candle at both ends and denying yourself pleasure until the work gets done is seen as honorable. And while having a good work ethic is definitely key to living your best life, it is also important to balance your work life with a sense of play and freedom. If...[ read more ]
According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, 15 million U.S. Americans, or 6.8% of the population, suffers from Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD). SAD, also sometimes referred to as social phobia, is an intense fear of social situations. The sufferer believes they could become humiliated and embarrass themselves somehow in front of other people. They tend to focus on...[ read more ]
Dating. It’s not easy at any age, but it can be downright tough for those in the 60+ category. The world has most likely changed significantly since the last time you may have dated. You yourself have also changed. Love, loss, careers, raising a family, etc. have all impacted who you are and how you feel about life and the...[ read more ]
By Melissa Burton, LCSW, CMC Who comes to mind when you envision a successful person? Society often looks to wealthy and notable people as successful, but often these people are incredibly unhappy. From tragic tabloid tales and the recent high-profile suicides like Anthony Bourdain and Kate Spade, societal success sometimes comes at the expense of happiness. Many celebrities now openly...[ read more ]
By Michelle Nagy, M. Ed. Ever since I was a little girl, I have memories of planning out my future. I knew I would graduate high school, go to college and then begin working or go on to grad school. Even more importantly though, I knew that I wanted to get married and have kids. It was all set up...[ read more ]