Most high schools and universities offer a plethora of foreign languages to study from French to Spanish to German. One language that is...

April is Autism Awareness Month. Spring and summer breaks usually call for a fun family vacation. Parents with children with autism may...

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“College is the best four years of your life.” This is a common saying which lends the idea that college is full of excitement, fun...

Have you ever deleted a status or picture on a social media site because it didn’t get enough likes or comments? Have you ever downloaded...

Our lives are defined by developing deep emotional connection to other people, places and animals. When we lose those things, we lose a...

Imagine thinking about the germs and bacteria on your hand every time it extends to turn a doorknob, reaches out to greet another, or...

Are you the type of person that thrives on change, adventure and the possibility of something new and exciting? Or are you comfortable...

Flying can be the most anxiety-provoking and worrisome part of travel for some. Even the idea of flying in an airplane can force thoughts...

I am offering a brand-new mindfulness group for girls ages 14-22 (high school + college-aged) on Monday evenings 6:30-7:30pm in Westlake...

The sweet, calming smell of lavender fills the room. Small, gentle stretches on a yoga mat provide a sense of serenity. The easy 1,2,3...

Are you interested in mindfulness and live in the Southern California area? Deer Park Monastery near Escondido, California offers a "Day...

Are you struggling with how to compliment others effectively? Or perhaps you recognize others' insincerity when they give you a...

Got anger? Try recognizing and naming it to reduce your feelings of anger. Some people are able to identify triggers or cues of times...

Where do grade school students learn about mental health and the importance of taking care of the mind? Unfortunately, there is no class...

What is Dissociative Identity Disorder? Many people do not recognize this name; they are more familiar with its former label, multiple...

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