Strategies for Peaceful and Enjoyable Celebrations Introduction Holiday gatherings can be a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with extended family, celebrate traditions, and create lasting memories. However, the mix of personalities, histories, and expectations can also give rise to conflicts or uncomfortable situations. This guide provides…
Guidance for Parents Seeking Support for Their Teenagers Introduction Convincing a teenager to attend therapy can be challenging. Adolescence is a time of asserting independence, and teens may be resistant to the idea of therapy for various reasons, such as stigma, fear, or a sense…
Body-focused repetitive behavior (BFRB) disorders involve compulsive behaviors that go far beyond occasional fidgeting. Two of the most common BFRBs are: Dermatillomania – Repeated skin picking that causes sores, scabs, or scarring Trichotillomania – Compulsive hair pulling from the scalp, eyebrows, eyelashes, or other areas …