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Tips For Coping The Loss Of A Loved One During The Pandemic

As we continue to live through this pandemic, it is likely that you have lost a loved one or know someone who has lost a loved one. COVID-19 has changed the way we grieve and honor the passing of our loved

Sabira Rahman February 19, 2021 Article Archives, Family, Mental Health Read more

5 Ways to start a new hobby at home

It’s hard to focus on much right now. But taking up a new hobby (or dusting off an old one) might be just the thing to give your brain a break from the worry spiral, even if only for short stretches at a time.

Nusayba Siddiqi December 11, 2020 Article Archives, Family, Friday Fun, Mental Health Read more

How to Prevent Loneliness in a Time of Social Distancing

COVID-19 is not the only public health threat we should be worried about—loneliness is one as well. So how can you cultivate your social well-being while avoiding infection? People often blame technology for the prevalence of loneliness, pointing out that we spend too much

Nusayba Siddiqi December 11, 2020December 11, 2020 Article Archives, Mental Health Read more

Coping with the Coronavirus

With all the fear around the recent spike of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, we can feel panicked and anxious, like our life is spiraling out of control. This infographic aims to help us reflect and refocus our thinking on our

Nusayba Siddiqi December 11, 2020 Article Archives, Mental Health Read more

For Better or for Worse: Conflict and Connecting in Crisis

Pre-existing conflict within relationships can be magnified now that so many couples are confined in their homes – some with children, some stressed with working from home, and trying to navigate balance between personal space and togetherness. Pre-existing conflict can

Nusayba Siddiqi November 25, 2020 Article Archives, Marriage, Relationship Read more

Is COVID-19 Causing an “Epidemic” of OCD?

The COVID pandemic has caused many of us to reconsider how vulnerable we are as we move about the world and worry about whether we can cope with what this international public health crisis may bring to our communities. While

Nusayba Siddiqi November 25, 2020 Article Archives, Mental Health Read more

4 Tips to Co-Parenting During the Coronavirus Crisis

Co-parenting may become a whole new ballgame during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) epidemic.  For divorced couples who are already struggling with a range of financial, emotional, and logistical stresses, the disruption the coronavirus is bringing to our communities and families will

Nusayba Siddiqi August 22, 2020 Article Archives, Children, Divorce, Family, Parenting, Youth Read more

Supporting your child’s mental health as they return to school during COVID-19

The coronavirus outbreak has caused major disruptions to daily life and children are feeling these changes deeply. While the return to school will be not only welcome but exciting for many students, others will be feeling anxious or frightened. Here

Nusayba Siddiqi August 22, 2020 Article Archives, Children, Parenting, Youth Read more

Yes we’re still in a pandemic, yes, you still need a vacation.

Millions of Americans are currently under stay-at-home orders and many have postponed or entirely canceled their vacation plans for the current year. In the meantime, local staycations seem to be most people’s only option, unless you have a second vacation home

Nusayba Siddiqi August 7, 2020 Article Archives, Family, Friday Fun Read more

Losing a Loved One During the Pandemic

Losing a Loved One During the Pandemic

By Sara Ali, LPC-I, MS, Madiha Tahseen, Ph.D. As we all move through this pandemic, it is highly likely that we have lost a loved one or know someone who has lost a loved one. COVID-19 has changed the way

Sarrah AbuLughod June 23, 2020January 28, 2021 Article Archives, Elder Care, Family, Mental Health, Relationship Read more
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