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: 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: Teagan Novick, Clinical Trainee at ACS, On-Campus Counseling Program WHEN YOUR CHILDexpresses big feelings, there are several ways in which a parent can respond. A helpful tool when learning to recognize and respond to a child’s distress can be mindful parenting. Practicing mindful parenting consists of five key elements: awareness, attention, nonjudgmental acceptance, […]
Written By: Daniel Stepanian, Clinical Trainee at ACS, On-Campus Counseling Program EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCEis a vital interpersonal skill for both children and adults. It is the ability to name, understand, and manage our own emotions, as well as identify the emotions of those around us. High emotional intelligence helps kids navigate their ever-changing social environment and […]
