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Why it’s important to teach kids respect

Have you ever tried asking for respect from another adult? It's tough. Furthermore, demanding respect from co-workers, family members, or business associates is almost impossible. That's because the concept of...
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How to avoid feelings of isolation from others

If you're like most people, staying away from friends and family during the pandemic is getting tougher. We humans, by nature, are very social creatures. Relationships make us happy. If...
<p>Despite the fact that nearly 20% of new mothers experience postpartum depression after having a child, there have often been few resources for women to deal with this condition or learn how to cope. As conversations around postpartum depression have become more open in recent years, that shift is started to change government policies, too. In New York City, for example, efforts have paved the way for a new citywide health initiative run by ThriveNYC that will offer every first-time parent in the city access to at-home visits from health professionals.</p>

How to deal with depression in tough times

Are you feeling emotionally down these days? Do you wake up feeling weird and unclear about your future? With the pandemic affecting us, our choices are limited in many ways....
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Facing negative emotions helps mental health

Do you think mentally healthy people strive to have upbeat emotions? If so, you're right. However, do you realize that all ugly emotions need attention too? Mentally healthy people have...