Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental condition that affect a person’s ability to socialize and communicate with others. People with ASD can also present with restricted and/or repetitive patterns of behavior, interests or activities. The term “spectrum”...
Since 1992, Stress Awareness Month is observed with the intention of increasing knowledge about the impact of stress in our lives. During the month of April, Stress Awareness Month is recognized as the time to spread awareness, but also to increase knowledge on how to...
Happy International Women’s Month 2023! Being a woman is nothing less than a superpower. Every year, March 8 is observed as International Women’s Day to commemorate the cultural, political, and socio-economic achievements of women. In addition, March marks the start...
February is International Boost Self-Esteem Month, an annual event dedicated to improving self-esteem among people across the globe. And it’s especially important this coming year as our world continues to recover from Covid and the isolating effects of the diseases...
What is narcissistic personality disorder (NPD)? The word narcissism gets tossed around a lot in our selfie-obsessed, celebrity-driven culture, often to describe someone who seems excessively vain or full of themselves. But in psychological terms, narcissism doesn’t...
Dysfunctional families are fertile ground for neglect, abuse, secrecy, addiction, or denial. In these family systems, children’s emotional needs go unmet because the parents’ needs take precedence. One or both parents might be suffering from a substance use...
