Depression is one of the most common mental health disorders in the United States, affecting nearly 17.3 Americans according to data from the National Survey on Drug Use & Health. That's approximately 7.1% of adults in the country at any given time. It's also estimated that as many as 15%…
Forensic psychology is a specialized field within the psychology profession and psychologists trained in forensics play a key role in the betterment of society at large. This discipline leverages psychological theory to any situation where mental health interacts with the functioning of our legal system. Most forensic psychologists will work…

Maintaining Mental Health in a Pandemic
Wednesday, 23 December 2020 12:10

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THE POWER OF PANDEMIC PASTIMES At the beginning of pandemic lockdown, baking flour and jigsaw puzzles flew off the shelves. Folks dusted off their bikes and rollerblades. They signed up for virtual dance classes and online foreign language lessons. Clamoring for fun hobbies wasn’t just a way to fill the…
Everyone’s therapy experience is unique and personal to them. Choosing the professional to support you through the therapy process is equally as personal a decision. Some people find the perfect therapist for them within the first few appointments. For others, it takes a little longer to find a personality match…
The city of Chicago serves nearly half a million students. With public, private, and gifted options, you want to find the right fit for your child, because when it comes to your child’s education, the stakes are high. With a less than stellar public perception, the public school system in…
We all live in a high-pressure environment. The world around us is fast-paced and the stakes feel high in nearly all personal and professional settings. Balancing all of the responsibilities on your plate is challenging. For many people, everyday life takes a toll on mental health and well-being. It’s not…
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