How to Escape a Negative Mentality
Don't Give Up! The phrase "Don't give up!" is easier said than done, especially when struggling with mental illness.... Read More
How to Deal with Sadness
Embracing Emotion & Understanding Sadness As Maxime Lagace once said, "Trying to avoid sadness is trying to avoid life".... Read More
Navigating the Holiday Season as a New Mom
Survival Guide for your first holiday season as a mom Holidays and motherhood...two of the most stressful experiences in... Read More
Is my child reaching appropriate developmental milestones?
Dear Acenda, My daughter just celebrated her first birthday! While this is an exciting time, I can't help but... Read More
What is Helicopter Parenting?
The Harmful Effects of Too Much Hovering Have you ever heard of the term "helicopter parenting"? The label is... Read More
Accepting Help & Support
Asking for Help is a Sign of Strength A mental illness diagnosis can be difficult come to terms with.... Read More
Powering Through the Pandemic: COVID-19 & Depression
Dealing with Depression in the Aftermath of COVID-19 Life is far from "normal," and it likely will never return... Read More
Gratitude and Your Mental Health
'Tis the Season to be Thankful November is National Gratitude Month! Gratitude is known as the appreciation of someone... Read More
Caring for Caregivers
National Family Caregivers Month 2021 Acting as a family caregiver is no easy feat. Between caring for your loved... Read More
How to Cope with Negative Holiday Emotions
Happy Holidays Aren't Always So Happy The holiday season is marketed as a time for joy, happiness, and family.... Read More
With Kindness Comes Brightness
World Kindness Day 2021 After the past year and a half, we need kindness now more than ever. This... Read More
Child Development Milestones for 4 to 5-year-olds
A Guide for Stages & Child Development Milestones as your Child Grows Time sure does fly as your kiddo... Read More