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What Is Dyslexia and What are Some Symptoms?

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Dyslexia is the most common learning disability in the United States. In fact, you probably know at least one person who has dyslexia. What are the symptoms for dyslexia, and can it be cured? What should you watch for as your children start school? This comprehensive guide explains what dyslexia is. What Is Dyslexia? Dyslexia … Read more

Will ADHD Go away with Time?

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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects people from every age group and every walk of life. ADHD is often associated with younger age groups, but there are plenty of adults who live with the same symptoms. Can you grow out of ADHD? Does ADHD go away over time? Here’s a look at how ADHD changes … Read more

Winter Mental Health Tips for Holiday Gatherings

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Family gatherings and holiday events aren’t exciting for everyone. In many cases, the mere thought of seeing family for the holidays is enough to induce a panic attack. If you’re struggling with an upcoming event, these winter mental health tips can help you navigate the stress and protect your personal wellbeing. Identify Your Personal Boundaries … Read more

Are Therapy Sessions Confidential?

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In order for therapy to truly be effective, you need to be vulnerable during your therapy sessions. This may mean sharing secrets or talking about past experience that you’ve never shared with anyone else. Your therapist becomes your confidant – someone you can talk to about anything and everything. This begs the question: are therapy … Read more

How to Overcome Test Anxiety

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If you or your child suffers from test anxiety, getting through school may feel impossible. Anywhere from 10% to 40% of students experience some form of test anxiety, according to a compilation of studies. Whether you’re dealing with moderate or severe testing anxiety, you can take control of your symptoms. Read on to learn how … Read more

What Causes Test Anxiety?

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Most students face some nervousness before a test, but for many, those nerves become debilitating. This is when general nervousness crosses the line into test anxiety. If you or your child suffers from test anxiety, understanding its roots could give you the tools to overcome it. Read on to learn what causes test anxiety. What … Read more

What Does an Educational Advocate Do?

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Educational advocates play a vital role in helping parents and students access academic accommodations. There are many resources that students with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, intellectual delays, and other challenges can utilize. Educational advocates know how to connect these students with the assets available to them, creating a streamlined plan for educational support. … Read more

How Do I Know If My Child Is Dyslexic?

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Worried about your child’s reading and writing skills? Feel like your child isn’t developing at the same pace as their peers? These are common reasons parents seek dyslexia testing. In this guide, we’ll explain how to determine if your child is dyslexic and how to get support after a dyslexia diagnosis. What Is Dyslexia? Dyslexia … Read more

Why It’s OK to Go to Bed Angry

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Long ago, someone made a rule that couples should “never go to bed angry.” While that may work for some situations, most deep discussions cannot be neatly packaged into an evening. Many couples need that night of sleep to collect their thoughts, process their emotions, and come into the discussion with fresh eyes. Read on … Read more

Couples Conflict Resolution: How to Stop Circular Arguments

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“We have the same argument over and over.” This is one of the most common statements we hear in couples therapy sessions. If it feels like your fights never go anywhere, you may be trapped in a circular argument. Check out these conflict resolution tips to break the cycle, close the discussion, and improve communication … Read more