Adolescence always comes with a measure of anxiety. Yet, sometimes the typical upsets and detours of teenage life become something more. Awkwardness and anticipation can give way to deep, debilitating fear and avoidant behavior that holds them back.

The theory of attachment styles between parents and children has long been studied in psychology, education, and any field that deals with human development.

Sometimes the hardest thing to do when you’re feeling hurt or unhappy is to pick up the phone and reach out for help. Often times it can feel like talking about what’s wrong is just too difficult, stressful or triggering.

COVID-19 has changed every aspect of how we live, work, and relate to one another. It has created a stressor that we had never imagined and will influence the trajectories of our future.

As humans we often get so caught up in the everyday hustle of life that our mental health only becomes a topic when it is at stake. However, we live in a time where mental health concerns are on the rise, especially among the youth.

We live in a culture of quick fixes and instant gratification. However, when it comes to difficult emotions related to things like grief, pain, betrayal, or loss, there is no quick fix.

It just so happens that tonight alone, I saw at least 3 events in different parts of the country taking place where the topic centered around developing a happy family.