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Helping Your Child Through Unemployment
By Kathy Rivera Transitioning from school to the job hunt is a daunting yet pivotal phase in the life of every young adult. As your child embarks upon this important journey, they may feel a mixture of excitement, fear, and worry, and not without reason. Job seekers...
Keeping Kids Out of the Courtroom
By Dr. Nellie Taylor-Walthrust Family court proceedings can have a profound and lasting impact on children, often resulting in emotional and psychological trauma. The adversarial nature of family court, where parents may be pitted against each other in legal battles,...
Mental well-being during pregnancy- 9 Tips for First-Time Moms
By Guest Blogger Michelle Quill, Photo by Wes Hicks on Unsplash The importance of mental well-being during pregnancy Pregnancy is a time of immense physical and emotional changes for women. As the body prepares to bring new life into the world, it is crucial to...
Resilience in Adolescence: Equipping Teen Girls for Today’s Unique Challenges
By Guest Blogger Dr. Hannah Yang The teen years are not devoid of any challenges, but the barriers that modern adolescent girls face are very different from the ones faced by previous generations. The rapid advancement of technology and social media expansion,...
Unwrapping the Post-Holiday Blues in Moms
While the holidays are synonymous with joy, togetherness, and celebration, the period that follows can prove to be anything but. As the boxes of decorations are moved back into the attic, it’s not uncommon for complex emotions to take over. The phenomenon known as...
Ask the Guidance Center Experts: Managing Your Child’s New Year’s Resolutions
In this monthly column, therapists from North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center answer your questions on issues related to parenting, mental health and children’s well-being. To submit a question, email communications@northshorechildguidance.org. Question: With...
The Gift of Gratitude During the Holiday Season
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, meant to give us the opportunity to reflect on family, tradition, resolutions and… budgets. The holiday season is characterized primarily by wish lists and last-minute shopping, straying further away from the...
Caring for Those with Addiction During the Holidays
The holiday season is often characterized by joy, festivities, and the warmth of family gatherings. However, for those in the role of caretaker to a loved one living with addiction, this time of year brings unique challenges that can be hard to navigate. While others...