Parenting can be extremely difficult and stressful at times! Between negative behaviors, busy schedules, and social pressure to be perfect, parenting can sometimes seem like an overwhelming task! Self-care can take a backseat to everything that parents have going on; however, it is vital to practice this important skill. For

Chronic pain is a medical condition that effects 25.3 million adults in the United States. It is characterized by persistent pain that continues beyond the time generally accepted as the appropriate healing time for a specific condition (International. Other sources might say if pain persists for three months or more.

The relationship between creativity and Bipolar Disorder has been explored in research over the years, as many individuals who have a diagnosis of Bipolar Disorder are well-known for their ambitious and creative pursuits, such as being an artist or musician for example. Oftentimes, individuals with Bipolar Disorder worry that their

For some the holiday season is filled with much activity, for example, executing to-do lists, gatherings, and traveling. These activities may prevent inward reflection and a focus on self-care needs. The New Year often presents an opportunity to slow down and survey areas in need of improvement. One improvement may

Caregiving refers to the activities and experiences involved in providing help and assistance to relatives who are unable to provide for themselves (Etters, Goodall, & Harrison, 2008). The term caregiver refers to anyone who provides assistance to someone else who is, in some degree, incapacitated and needs help. The National

Most of us want to give our best effort when it comes to doing work. Sometimes we may struggle with wanting our work to be “just right.” This may be a tendency for perfectionism, which is defined as striving for flawlessness, setting excessively high performance standards, and having an overall

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is an endocrine disorder that presents in women of reproductive age and results from excessive production of androgens, or testosterone. PCOS affects 6%-15% of women, and research suggests that individuals with PCOS are at an increased risk of experiencing depression and anxiety (Carron, Kooienga, Boyle, &

Shyness is an emotional state that is characterized by fixation and increased worry about being negatively evaluated by others in social situations. Common characteristics of shyness include feeling uncomfortable and/or hesitant to engage in social situations, especially in unfamiliar situations or with unfamiliar people. Everyone experiences shyness at times, no

Just in time for “the big game”… Win a 4K TV! Tickets on sale NOW: www.intercommunityaction.org/tvraffle $10 each or three for $20! Drawing will be held Friday, Feb. 2, 2018, at the Center at Journey’s Way (Winner does not have to be present at drawing.)  

Traumatic events are shocking and emotional overwhelming situations. It’s natural for people who experience or witness them to have many reactions, including intense fear, horror, numbness, or helplessness. There are many dimensions of trauma, including magnitude, frequency, duration, and controllability. Reactions to traumatic events vary in considerable ways and can