16 Simple and Effective Ways to Cope and Relieve Your Stress
Every April since 1992, Stress Awareness Month has been observed. Finding healthy ways to cope with our stress and get through these...
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Katherine Elder, PhD, Licensed Psychologist
Mar 25, 20224 min read
5 Signs of a Healthy, Effective Co-Parenting Relationship
No matter the status of your relationship with the other parent of your child (married, dating, separated, or divorced) your child will...
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DPS Staff
Mar 18, 20225 min read
9 Reasons To Give Therapy a Try
A number of misconceptions exist about talking to mental health professionals. In fact, there’s a stigma that talking about your emotions...
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Mar 11, 20224 min read
The Opioid Epidemic: How to Protect Your Family
An opioid is a drug derived from the opium extracted from poppies or a synthetic version of it. Various types of opioids exist, such as...
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DPS Staff
Mar 4, 20225 min read
How Do I Ask For Time Off From Work To Go To Therapy?
The idea of calling off work for being sick can be frustrating since it’s often frowned upon, or even not permitted, in our current work...
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Katherine Elder, PhD, Licensed Psychologist
Feb 25, 20228 min read
How to Set Co-Parenting Boundaries With Your Ex
As stated by Tara S. Peris & Robert E. Emery in Redefining the Parent-Child Relationship Following Divorce: Examining the Risk for...
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DPS Staff
Feb 18, 20224 min read
How Does the Opioid Crisis Affect Public Health?
In 2016, Vivek Murthy, US Surgeon General, recommended that the country needs to start treating addiction more effectively, “Not as a...
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DPS Staff
Feb 11, 20224 min read
The Psychological and Physical Benefits of Love
There are many ways to define love. Generally speaking, love is whenever there is a deep feeling of affection, that’s also accompanied by...
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DPS Staff
Feb 4, 20224 min read
7 Tips For Dealing with Continued COVID-19 Pandemic Stress
From individuals who continue to show up every day for their communities to those working at home with blurred lines between personal and...
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Katherine Elder, PhD, Licensed Psychologist
Jan 28, 20225 min read
The 6 Most Common Co-Parenting Conflicts (And How to Resolve Them)
There’s no problem that has not already been solved. According to research, co-parenting is crucial for a child's mental health and helps...
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DPS Staff
Jan 21, 20225 min read
12 Things You Need to Know About the Opioid Epidemic
You've surely heard the term "opioid epidemic" whether in the news or talking to friends and family. After all, the opioid epidemic, or...
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Jan 14, 20224 min read
10 Ways to Avoid the Monday Blues
Did you know that every year on the third Monday in January is Blue Monday? According to National Today, “the meaning of this day is...
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Jan 7, 20224 min read
Did You Know January Is Mental Wellness Month?
In order to promote mental health and well-being, January is annually celebrated as Mental Wellness Month. Despite this month being...
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DPS Staff
Dec 31, 20213 min read
50 Powerful New Year Affirmations
During this time, we reflect on all the opportunities, endeavors, and experiences we’ve had over the past year, as well as a chance to...
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Dec 24, 20213 min read
Where to Find Mental Health Support During the Holidays
As a time to create memories, enjoy family time, and exchange gifts, the holidays can be a joyful time. Mental illness, however, doesn't...
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Dec 17, 20213 min read
How to Cope When You Are Alone on Christmas
While the festive season is generally seen as a time to gather with family and friends, for many, this can result in heightened feelings...
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Dec 10, 20215 min read
9 Ways to Avoid Relapse During the Holidays
There is no doubt that recovery from drug addiction and alcoholism can be challenging. Anyone can become addicted to any drug after...
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DPS Staff
Dec 3, 20215 min read
Holiday Stress? Try Our Top 12 Tips for a Healthy Holiday Season
The holidays often provide a wonderful opportunity to pause, reflect, and take a breath as another year winds down. However, a survey of...
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Nov 24, 20214 min read
How to Manage Your Money and Mental Health on Black Friday
Most of us view Thanksgiving as a fun and somewhat relaxing holiday spent with family, watching football, and of course a delicious...
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Nov 19, 20214 min read
7 Ways to Raise Grateful Children
As we near Thanksgiving parents and teachers alike are discussing the importance of gratitude to children. While these are valuable...
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