There are three principles that can help us understand human development. First, we are a species primed for survival. We seek to protect...

When we hear the term " narcissism ", we tend to think "self-centered, manipulative, deceitful, and conniving". While " narcissistic...

Childhood is referred to as a "critical" or "sensitive" period of development. This is because the experiences that children are exposed...

Trauma refers to an injury or a wound. When you experience a physical trauma, your body will do its best to heal the wound - and it is...

What is depression? Depression is different from feelings of sadness. Major Depressive Disorder is a mood disorder that causes...

What are Psychologists? Psychologists are regulated mental health professionals who specialize in mental health assessment, diagnosis,...

The most effective form of treatment for anxiety involves medication and/or psychotherapy. Medication can help regulate the...

When children are in their optimal state - calm alertness - we say that they are within their "window of tolerance." Children are feeling...

There is an excellent article explaining how anxiety and ADHD overlap in terms of symptoms. It explains how they can look the same and...

Parents have a natural inclination to take care of, protect, and nurture their children. When you see your child overwhelmed with...

Humans have survived as a species because we have developed a natural alarm system that keeps us looking out for signs of danger (i.e.,...

Stress Stress is meant to help us by alerting us to danger so that we can quickly mobilize our inner resources to survive it. Here is...