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We’re living in an unprecedented time. You’ve probably heard that a lot. But the year 2020 has been like no other year in terms of its emotional weight and unpredictability. From a worldwide pandemic to natural disasters coast to coast to protests and unrest in major...

There isn’t a single person in the world, not to mention metro New Orleans, and the entire state of Louisiana who hasn’t been affected by the pandemic. Aside from contracting the virus and worrying over exposure, you may be working from home because your office is...

It’s that time of year again, and even with the COVID-19 pandemic still looming, millions of young adults are making the transition to leave home and attend a university. Alongside them, millions of parents are fielding the gamut of emotions as they prep and watch...

As the unpredictable days of pandemic life continue, different groups are dealing with stressors from all angles. Those of us who are parents are included. Among so many concerns, we’re worried for our health and the health of our children, we may be balancing work...

The whole of life happens in phases. From babyhood to childhood, adolescence to early adulthood, to our middle age, our older years and beyond — our lives unfold in stages. With each chapter, comes its own set of lessons to be learned and challenges to meet....

There’s no way around it, we’re living in an unprecedented time. The novel Coronavirus, protests, financial strain, political uncertainty, global strife — there is A LOT going on. If you suffer from anxiety or are prone to depression, we know you might be struggling...

Every June our country celebrates Men’s Health Month. Many men in America may think their focus this month is best spent on learning new ways to stay fit, eat healthily, ensure good heart health, and learn about other men’s health issues like how to recognize prostate...

Coronavirus isn’t just taking its toll on those over age 65 and individuals with pre-existing health conditions. The packed hospitals, the huge spike in deaths, and carrying for individuals who are dying and unable to be with their family members in their final...

You may think of March 17th as a day to wear green (or else be pinched), but this year it’s actually a very important day in the world of mental health, too. Every third Tuesday in March is World Social Work Day (#WSWD2020), and as a New Orleans counseling service...

This year from February 24 to March 1, 2020, mental health professionals will come together to promote National Eating Disorders Awareness Week (#NEDAwareness) to young Americans. This is an important week for those who work in the mental health field, especially...