Anxiety and Depression
Anxiety and depression can affect how you feel, think, and act. Some examples of anxiety and depression include restlessness, trouble thinking, excessive worry, agitation, headaches, and stomach aches.
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Nurturing Sports Performance: Addressing Anxiety & Perfectionism in High School Teenagers
Understanding Sports Performance Anxiety Sports performance anxiety is common among high school athletes, as they face numerous pressures to perform at their best. This anxiety can stem from fear of failure, the desire to meet expectations, or the pressure to gain recognition from peers, coaches, or colleges. Therapeutically addressing this anxiety involves helping teenagers understand its origin, develop coping strategies, and cultivate a healthy mindset. The Perfectionism Trap Perfectionism is another common issue among high school athletes. These young individuals may set excessively high standards for themselves, believing that anything short of perfection is a failure. While striving for excellence can be motivating, perfectionism can lead to unrealistic expectations, self-criticism,…
- Adjustment, Anxiety and Depression, Behavioral Challenges, Body Image, Child Therapy, Self Esteem, Self-Harm
When Winter Slumps Take Over
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More Kids Being Sent Home From Summer Camp
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How to Speak to Your Child About School Shootings
How to Speak to Your Child About School Shootings *See images below or click here to download the brochure in pdf format!
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The Importance of Parents (and Siblings) Being in Therapy, Too
To me, one member of the household in therapy, is like only filling one car tire with air… All tires must be full and the axis aligned for the car to run smoothly. This is not just limited to parents, but includes siblings, too.