The pressures of daily life are bound to bring us some amount of stress – but did you know that stress can affect our young ones, too? When a child or teen experiences stress, the results can create lasting damage and injure their ability to develop into a healthy, well-adjusted person. As parents, understanding the dangers of stress for young people is paramount to their well-being and ability to navigate the realities of life.

Topics: Stress

Topics: Stress

Have you made emotional wellness a priority for yourself and your family? According to the National Wellness Institute, wellness is defined as an active process through which people become aware of and make choices toward a more successful existence. This process calls on us to become mindful agents of our feelings and reactions and to cultivate strength and resilience so that we can continue to thrive, no matter what life throws our way. 

Topics: Anxiety, Stress

What exactly is stress, and what can we do about it? Since we are in the midst of Stress Awareness month, here are some ways to identify and learn to cope with stress. 

Topics: Stress