In 2015, the U.S. surgeon general reported that e-cigarette use among high school students had increased by 900%, and 40% of young e-cigarette users had never smoked regular tobacco. Read on to learn more about this vaping epidemic.
“When you recover or discover something that nourishes your soul and brings joy, care enough about yourself to make room for it in your life.” ~ Jean Shinoda Bolen Everywhere you look there are articles, blogs, advertisements, and pictures about how women can become more beautiful or healthy or happy. Just as important, but receiving
Instead of worrying about what you cannot control, shift your energy to what you can create.” ― Roy T. Bennett Every single day you face a myriad of situations that will test and prove your outlook on life. Is your glass half-empty or half-full? Do you see changes as setbacks or opportunities? Do you see
“All the powers of imagination combine in hypochondria.” ~ Mason Cooley If you were to google the symptoms from hunger pains and a low-grade fever, the internet might tell you you have appendicitis or another life-threatening illness. It is likely that you have had something similar happen–thinking a minor sickness is actually something far more
Each Al-Anon Family Group has but one purpose: to help families of alcoholics. We do this by practicing the Twelve Steps of AA ourselves, by encouraging and understanding our alcoholic relatives, and by welcoming and giving comfort to families of alcoholics. It can be so difficult to know your place if you have a friend
Spending more time outside can be easy, accessible, and fun–plus it does wonders for your mental health. Apply these fabulous ideas to make the most of your summer!
“Don’t you know things can change / Things’ll go your way / If you hold on for one more day / Can you hold on for one more day?” ~ ”Hold On” by Wilson Phillips Our community has felt the rippling effects of tragic suicides over the last year. We continue to grieve the loss
“There’s no need to go and blow the candle out / Because you’re not done. / You’re far too young / And the best is yet to come.” ~”Lullaby” by Nickelback Suicide is devastating to family, friends, and a community. The loss from suicide leaves a gaping hole in families, neighborhoods, schools, and communities; each
The truth is that when we are constantly bombarded with things to do, something is almost certain to fall through the cracks unless we are able to identify what is most important to us. Learn to implement the difficult, yet necessary, art of saying no through this blog post!
With 1 in 6 couples struggling with infertility, it is likely your sibling, friend, coworker or neighbor will be impacted. This post will guide you on how you can be there for your friends and family who are struggling to conceive.
Each year, infertility affects 15 million Americans. It is estimated that one out of six couples will have infertility challenges. If you are struggling with this issue, you are not alone.
Every 97.8 seconds an American is sexually assaulted. According to FRIS.org, as of, April 18, 2019, 95,745 Americans have been assaulted since January 1, 2019.
Melissa Cluff is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in North Texas, providing face-to-face and telehealth therapy options to clients in Texas.
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in North Texas, providing face-to-face and telehealth therapy options to clients in Texas.
