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We all know gratefulness makes us feel good and makes others feel good too but there is actually a lot of science behind gratitude. The neuroscience of gratitude shows us that it improves how our brain works, which brings us feelings of wellness and has physical benefits too. Gratefulness improves anxiety and depression and from studies from positive psychology, there
For those that successfully overcome or manage anxiety and depression, they have found that making changes to their lifestyle is the key to mental and physical wellness. They learn that if they feel negative, frustrated, or just plain sad, they can intently turn it around through mindfulness and the practice of gratitude. You may have tried to be more grateful
It is hard enough when you struggle with executive functioning but then add in anxiety or depression, then starting or finishing a task becomes ten times as hard. The reality is that most kids and individuals with executive functioning challenges also face anxiety about their inability to be organized and just get stuff done. What Are the Key Challenges in
Parents worry whether their child’s shyness is just part of their personality later allowing them to navigate the world more as a happy viewer or whether the problem lies in their anxiety. Social anxiety causes many children social development problems that can lead to issues with school as well as friends.
Back-to-school anxiety is a normal part of a child’s transition to school. As parents, it is crucial to be aware of how our children are feeling when it comes to a place where they are spending a majority of their time. There are a lot of reasons why this type of anxiety is normal; such as fear about getting sick, bullying,
Diffusing essential oils is an easy way to reduce stress levels, as they can affect both the brain and body. When you inhale essential oils, it stimulates the olfactory system, which is the part of the brain connected to smell. Essential oil molecules that enter the nose or mouth pass to the lungs and eventually the brain and other parts
Anxiety in children is different than anxiety in adults, and why is that? Well, kids show more behavioral symptoms than adults do because they just don’t have the words to connect what their body is telling them with how they’re actually feeling. With children, they often display physical symptoms of anxiety. These symptoms can wax and wane, as well as
If you are reading this, then you already suspect your child is stressed and maybe even clinically anxious. You’re worried about their worry. What are signs of anxiety in a child? The signs and symptoms of anxiety in children and teens can often be hard to spot. In my blog, dealing with anxiety, I go into depth all the
Does this sound familiar? If so, you’re not alone. People of all ages are impacted by stress every day and kids are especially stressed during this pandemic. The pandemic wall is hitting parents teaching their children from home hard. Homeschooling, working virtually, health and safety concerns, and parenting can all be stressors that make us feel overwhelmed and out of control.
“Roseann Capanna-Hodge, a licensed professional counselor, echoes that sentiment. She advises us to shift our thinking from over-focusing on plans not happening and instead thinking of them as just being postponed.”
We all know gratefulness makes us feel good and makes others feel good too but there is actually a lot of science behind gratitude. The neuroscience of gratitude shows us that it improves how our brain works, which brings us feelings of wellness and has physical benefits too. Gratefulness improves anxiety and depression and from studies from positive psychology, there
For those that successfully overcome or manage anxiety and depression, they have found that making changes to their lifestyle is the key to mental and physical wellness. They learn that if they feel negative, frustrated, or just plain sad, they can intently turn it around through mindfulness and the practice of gratitude. You may have tried to be more grateful
It is hard enough when you struggle with executive functioning but then add in anxiety or depression, then starting or finishing a task becomes ten times as hard. The reality is that most kids and individuals with executive functioning challenges also face anxiety about their inability to be organized and just get stuff done. What Are the Key Challenges in
Parents worry whether their child’s shyness is just part of their personality later allowing them to navigate the world more as a happy viewer or whether the problem lies in their anxiety. Social anxiety causes many children social development problems that can lead to issues with school as well as friends.
Back-to-school anxiety is a normal part of a child’s transition to school. As parents, it is crucial to be aware of how our children are feeling when it comes to a place where they are spending a majority of their time. There are a lot of reasons why this type of anxiety is normal; such as fear about getting sick, bullying,
Diffusing essential oils is an easy way to reduce stress levels, as they can affect both the brain and body. When you inhale essential oils, it stimulates the olfactory system, which is the part of the brain connected to smell. Essential oil molecules that enter the nose or mouth pass to the lungs and eventually the brain and other parts
Anxiety in children is different than anxiety in adults, and why is that? Well, kids show more behavioral symptoms than adults do because they just don’t have the words to connect what their body is telling them with how they’re actually feeling. With children, they often display physical symptoms of anxiety. These symptoms can wax and wane, as well as
If you are reading this, then you already suspect your child is stressed and maybe even clinically anxious. You’re worried about their worry. What are signs of anxiety in a child? The signs and symptoms of anxiety in children and teens can often be hard to spot. In my blog, dealing with anxiety, I go into depth all the
Does this sound familiar? If so, you’re not alone. People of all ages are impacted by stress every day and kids are especially stressed during this pandemic. The pandemic wall is hitting parents teaching their children from home hard. Homeschooling, working virtually, health and safety concerns, and parenting can all be stressors that make us feel overwhelmed and out of control.
“Roseann Capanna-Hodge, a licensed professional counselor, echoes that sentiment. She advises us to shift our thinking from over-focusing on plans not happening and instead thinking of them as just being postponed.”
The effectiveness of diagnosis and treatment vary by patient and condition. Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, LLC does not guarantee certain results.
