The holidays can be a stressful time of year. Planning, decorating, cooking, and buying gifts is an overwhelming process, even for the most experienced party planner. The process becomes more taxing when you add children to the festivities, with the need for constant distractions and entertainment so parents can meet…

Healthy relationships take time and effort, and even the healthiest relationships don’t completely avoid conflicts. Instead, couples have learned how to handle conflicts and are committed to growing as a couple and as individuals. Whether you are just starting off in your relationship or have been together for a number…

A new report, “Mass Violence in America: Causes, Impacts and Solutions” provides important insights into the link between mental illness and mass violence. The National Council’s Medical Director Institute authored the report. You can download the report here. In light of the tragic shootings recently, “Mass Violence in America: Causes,…

Anxiety is more common than you realize. While you might feel alone in your worries, chances are good many around you are suffering from anxiousness too. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, approximately 40 million adult Americans are plagued by an anxiety disorder (nimh.nih.gov/health/statistics/prevalence/any-anxiety-disorder-among-adults.html). If you are concerned…