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10 Ways to Build and Preserve Better Boundaries Medically reviewed by Jacquelyn Johnson, PsyD. — By Chantelle Pattemore — Updated on June 3, 2021 Understanding how to set personal limits is essential for building and maintaining healthy relationships. Many people know what the word “boundaries” means, but they have no idea what they are. You might think of boundaries as something like a property line or “brick wall” used to keep people

What Is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)? Medically reviewed by Lori Lawrenz, PsyD — By John M. Grohol, Psy.D. and Susanne Arthur — Updated on July 25, 2023 Seasonal affective disorder, or seasonal depression, is triggered by the changing seasons. It’s more common during fall and winter but can also occur in the summer. It’s not uncommon for people to experience changes in mood — times when you feel sad and

How Children Process Grief and How to Help Them Medically reviewed by Nathan Greene, PsyD — By Nancy Lovering — Updated on February 21, 2022 If you and your child are experiencing a significant loss, they may not process it the same way as you. Your child’s age largely determines how they may experience and process grief. The language and concepts most appropriate to discuss loss and hardship with a

Common Symptoms of Anxiety in Children Medically reviewed by Akilah Reynolds, PhD — By Sian Ferguson and Sandra Silva Casabianca on May 5, 2021 Not all kids experience anxiety in the same way. You can learn the signs and symptoms. It’s natural and not uncommon to feel concerned about the possible symptoms of anxiety in children. Sometimes, identifying these symptoms or recognizing them as anxiety might even be difficult. In

When Is It Time to Seek Marriage Counseling? Medically reviewed by Jennifer Litner, PhD, LMFT, CST — By Madelyn Brown — Updated on August 22, 2022 Marriage and conflict often go hand-in-hand. Here are some signs that it’s time to seek marriage counseling. There are many reasons why people might experience strife in a marriage: stretched finances, differences in parenting choices, or infidelity can wreak havoc on any relationship. When

32 of the Best Ways to Get Organized When You Have ADHD Medically reviewed by Danielle Wade, LCSW — By Hope Gillette — Updated on July 7, 2021 Staying organized might be a challenge for people living with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), but it is possible. It’s natural for projects and responsibilities to get out of hand once in a while. You may have a busy schedule, or it