Written By: Catherine Franco, Clinical Trainee at ACS, On-Campus Counseling Program SUPPORTING YOUR FRIENDSduring tough times can be essential, but it can also feel overwhelming. Whether they’re dealing with stress, anxiety, or personal challenges, knowing how to be there for them is crucial. Here are some tips to help you support your friends. 1. Listen Actively […]
Written By: Holly Fitch, Clinical Trainee at ACS, Outlet Program TALKING ABOUT SUICIDEand self-harm may be intimidating, but it is a crucial conversation to have with your child. Both suicide and self-harm are becoming increasingly common for children and adolescents. The goal of these conversations is to be open and understanding, while also taking steps […]
Written By: Christina Desage, Clinical Trainee at ACS, On-Campus Counseling Program EFFECTIVE INSTRUCTIONS are the foundation of positive communication between parents and children, fostering understanding and cooperation. When instructions are clear, concise, and delivered with a calm and respectful tone, children are more likely to grasp and act on them. This clarity not only enhances […]
Written By: Christy Goralnik, Clinical Trainee at ACS, On-Campus Counseling Program MINDFULNESS ISoften discussed on social media or in popular literature and has been attached to everything from yoga to meditation. Support for mindfulness abounds in scientific literature, and recent research promotes the impact that mindfulness-based interventions have on behavior change. The simple act of […]
Written By: Dania Coreas Zamora, Clinical Trainee at ACS, On-Campus Counseling Program IF YOU ARE THEfirst person in your family to be born in this country and are the first person to be able to attend college, then you may have heard of the term “first generation”. For many different cultural communities, being a first-generation […]
Written By: Kaera Spencer-Peterson, Clinical Trainee at ACS, On-Campus Counseling Program AS OUR WORLDbecomes increasingly internet-based, middle schoolers engaging with others on social media platforms can be both enriching and challenging. Social media is a significant part of their lives, offering avenues for connection and expression. However, it also poses risks, particularly when it comes […]
Written By: Michelle Murphy, Clinical Trainee at ACS, On-Campus Counseling Program AS A PARENT it’s not easy to understand how your child or teen is experiencing ADHD. What are the visual and auditory sensations accompanying the disorder? What is contributing to their lack motivation and focus to complete a task? This 6 minute film, gives […]
Written By: Hunter Fredericksen, Clinical Trainee at ACS, Outlet Program WHETHER YOU AREa caregiver or not, witnessing a child in pain is a heart wrenching experience. There is a profound and inherent sense of helplessness when a child complains about illness, pain, and discomfort. My parents recall my complaints of pain beginning around age 4, […]
Written By: Sapna Singh, Clinical Trainee at ACS, On-Campus Counseling Program HAVE YOU NOTICEDhow your breathing pattern changes when you’re experiencing stress, pain, or feeling anxious and agitated? Have you been told “to take a deep breath?” While breathing is an involuntary activity controlled by our autonomic nervous system and takes place without any active […]
Written By: Tracy Kraft, Clinical Trainee at ACS, On-Campus Counseling Program IN TODAY’S DIGITAL WORLD,social media has become a vital tool for teenagers to connect with their peers, share their experiences, and express themselves. While it offers benefits such as social support and online companionship, research increasingly shows that social media can contribute to mental […]
