The holiday season is a time of excitement and joy for many. However, holidays can also cause stress and fatigue. Holiday stress can be triggered by family, finances, and the overall demand for the season. There are steps you can take to manage holiday stress.
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Managing Fear and Anxiety in Children
Fear and anxiety are common parts of childhood, but when these emotions become overwhelming or persistent, they can interfere with a child’s daily life. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), anxiety disorders affect nearly 1 in 3 adolescents, often beginning in childhood. Early support and understanding from parents and caregivers are key in helping children build healthy coping skills.
Acentra Health Podcast: Tips for Parents During the Return to School Season
As the back-to-school season approaches, many parents and kids find themselves juggling a mix of excitement and stress. Returning to school isn’t just a shift for kids, it can be a big transition for the whole family. From adjusting to new routines and earlier bedtimes to navigating school supply lists and emotional ups and downs, this time of year can be overwhelming.
Acentra Health Podcast: Work-Life Balance
Take a minute to consider the following questions:
Do you have time for personal interests or hobbies? Can you stay productive without overworking or sacrificing sleep/personal time? Are you managing your stress and watching for signs of burnout?
Talking With Kids During Times of Disaster
Helping your child grow into a healthy and responsible adult is a rewarding part of being a parent, but it's not always an easy job.
Understanding Relationship Stress and Mental Health
As the world grapples with unprecedented challenges including a mental health crisis, it's crucial to shine a light on the often-neglected impact of relationship stress on mental health.
Building Bonds: 12 Ways for You to Build a Stronger Connections with Your Child
Use these 12 tips to build a stronger connection with your child.
Living a Life in Balance
Increased responsibilities at work, in part, have led to a poor work-life balance. Here are some suggestions to help you balance your time and life successfully.
Caring for the Caregiver
Caring for the Caregiver: An Emotional, Practical and Financial Imperative
Effectively Caring for Aging Parents
As adult children, when thinking about our parents as seniors, we may not fully understand how their aging will affect them or how it will affect us.