Why Are We So Self Critical?

“I just feel so embarrassed. Why on earth did I take this job in the... >>

Quiz: Is Your Self-Esteem Low?

Like stress, putting ourselves down is just one of those commonly accepted psychological conditions we... >>

What’s Wrong With Kids Watching TV

The great TV debate has long lingered on the minds of concerned parents. The effects... >>

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Understanding and Preventing Suicide Webinar

Watch the video of Dr. Lisa Firestone’s Webinar “Understanding and Preventing Suicide”

How Divorce Impacts Children

We know what breaking up means for adults. In fact, most of us are all... >>

Tips for Taking Care of Toddlers

The age when children begin to take their  first steps toward independence happens to be... >>

How Can You Tell if Your Child or Teen is Depressed?

Having a child who is hurting or depressed is one of the toughest struggles a... >>

Becoming a Dad and Managing Stress

Having a child can be blissful, but it can also be stressful. A new parent’s... >>

Facing Death and Learning to Live

Story from a PsychAlive member. A close friend died recently and I felt the pain... >>