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STRESS – The Role of Family Communication in Addressing Stress and Anxiety in Children and Adolescents During Family Counseling Introduction Stress and anxiety are significant issues affecting children and adolescents, often stemming from various root causes such as family dynamics, social pressures, and individual psychological factors. Effective family communication plays a crucial role in addressing…

At ACT Family Counseling. Our Compassionate Approach to Understanding and Support The teenage years are often described as a tumultuous period of development, filled with both challenges and opportunities for growth. Adolescents attempt navigate the complex landscape of emotional, social, and cognitive changes, which can often lead to feelings of confusion, anxiety, and distress. With…

Are You Suffering from Depression? Feelings of sadness, irritability, anger, and fatigue are common. When these feelings continue for days and weeks and begin to interfere with daily life, it is time to get some the help. You Are Not Alone We have all had that tough day at the office or have been the…

Wearing face masks and observing social distancing is tough for adults, but it is even tougher for children. Getting a child to keep their face coverings on at the mall is difficult. What about at school where you are not always watching? And will they remember to maintain social distancing? Have the talk. Tell them…

Dementia – How to Cope Mom Has Dementia – I’m Never Sure What to Expect It started with simple forgetfulness. We thought that was all there was to it. Where did I leave my keys? I can’t find my glasses. I missed my doctor appointment. Over time, it worsened. Mom seemed to be confused. She…

Few things in life can cause more tension than spending too much time with the same people. As days turn into weeks, and weeks into months, minor annoyances fester into major conflict. It doesn’t have to be that way. Fortunately, there are some strategies your family can adopt to preserve the harmony in your home…

Many people around the world have been left jobless because of COVID-19. You get fired without notice or your business closes its doors. This has plunged the world into sleepless nights over rent, mortgages, school fees, and daily sustenance. There is a high risk of developing anxiety and depression over these fears and worries. ACT…

Dealing with the current chaotic environment is no easy task. Staying COVID safe when your friends are not can be challenging for everyone involved. With mixed messaging tossed about from every avenue imaginable, it can be difficult for many social butterflies to comprehend the need to stay on guard. How can you enjoy time spent…

When the world was ordered to work from home, many people were pleased about not having to drive to work. But reality dawned. Now, many parents wish that they could leave the house and go to work like the good old days. Remote working with kids around can be a major nightmare. As a work-from-home…

Feeling bored because of COVID 19? You are not alone. Social distancing has turned life upside down for everyone. What do you do when you are not going to work and are not going out with friends? Do you stay at home and watch TV all day? It gets boring rather quickly. ACT Family Counseling…