by Taylor Bennett | Jul 3, 2019 | Counseling News, Women, Women's Issues
Various mental health trends emerge among different groups of people: for example, men are more likely to develop substance abuse than other groups.When it comes to young women, there are three significant trends that emerge: first, these individuals often have a low...
by Taylor Bennett | Jul 1, 2019 | Counseling News, Self-Awareness, Social Media, Women, Women's Issues
Many of us realize that spending too much time on social media can be harmful—for example, it can damage self-esteem.Recent research explored this consequence and found a link between increased use of social networking sites and women adopting “the thin ideal.”This...
by Taylor Bennett | Nov 21, 2018 | Counseling News, Mental Health, Positive Psychology
Gratitude is all about showing your appreciation for the good things in your life; and engaging in gratitude practices is incredibly beneficial to your health. Some scientifically proven benefits of practicing gratitude include a boost in self-esteem, improved quality...
by Taylor Bennett | Nov 20, 2018 | Counseling News, Mental Health, Positive Psychology
Positive psychology is the study of human flourishing; in application, one assumes thoughts, feelings, and actions that provide the greatest value to his or her life. Practices of positive psychology include showing your appreciation for your loved ones, building...
by Taylor Bennett | Nov 19, 2018 | Counseling News, Mental Health, Positive Psychology
Many of us celebrate Thanksgiving by helping ourselves to a plate stacked high with turkey, potatoes, green beans, and pumpkin pie—but the holiday isn’t just for eating. The whole point of Thanksgiving is to give thanks for all of your fortunes such as the incredible...
