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Why Does Anxiety Hit us Where it Hurts?

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 - 14:12

It seems as though anxiety picks the worst times to torment us. But it’s important to recognize that the content of worries, panic, or OCD changes as our lives change.

Find Your Holiday Happiness: Manage Anxiety and Depression

Monday, November 25, 2024 - 13:10

The holidays can be an exciting time filled with family, traditions and good food, but it can also be a time of intense stress, anxiety and depression. Read this blog for ways to help destress during the holidays.

10 Strategies to Help Kids Manage Uncomfortable Emotions

Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 01:38

In a world that values immediate gratification and ease, it can be challenging to teach kids how to tolerate these feelings without intentional practice.

The Election is Over - Now What?

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 - 20:35

Election Day has come and gone. However, given the polarization that accompanied this election, it’s not unlikely that you may be experiencing a variety of emotions and thoughts.

December 12, 2024

Overcoming Parental Anxiety: Responding to the Surgeon General’s Call to Support Parental Well-Being

Debra Kissen, PhD, MHSA and

December 12 Live Free Webinar. Parenting today is more challenging than ever, and the U.S. Surgeon General has highlighted the urgent need to support parents’ mental health. Join us to discover how small mindset shifts and science-backed strategies can make a meaningful difference.

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Politics and Your Mental Health: Finding Balance

Dear Lise, Great news! Anxiety & Depression Association of America just received a $18,261 donation from Be Your Possible, the charitable organization founded by cancer survivor and Sermo CEO Peter Kirk. In June, 10,000+ runners registered for Run for Research, the flagship event of Be Your Possible (formerly Run with Peter), unlocking a $500,000 donation in total, from which you’ve now benefited. We’re proud to support your important work and hope these funds go a long way in advancing life-

Tuesday, November 5, 2024 - 12:26

Politics, especially during the election cycle, generates a lot of worry and concern. Read Dr. Kramer's blog for ways to balance mental health and politics.

December 3, 2024

Managing Stress and Anxiety During the Holidays

Brian Richter, PhD, ABPP and

Free Live December 3 Webinar. The holidays can be a time of joy, and they also can bring added pressures. This presentation will explore holiday stress and anxiety, discuss practical tools to deal with these feelings, and get you ready to embrace the season with resilience.

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Should You Tell Your Child Their Mental Health Diagnosis?

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 - 11:14

No parent wants to make things worse for their child, and certainly not when they’re already struggling with mental health symptoms, but explaining what is causing a child’s inner havoc and distress or outer symptoms can be a relief. It can separate the child from the symptoms.

10 Tips for Helping Children Survive the Emotional Aftermath of a Hurricane

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 - 10:00

When our children ask us the big questions, such as “Why?” or “What are we going to do?” after a flood, earthquake or hurricane has destroyed their home, community or disrupted daily life, adults can get stuck thinking that they must provide an explanation for the unexplainable.

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