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Understanding Early-Onset Dementia: Signs and Support

Understanding Early-Onset Dementia: Signs and Support

Joanna Kucherera2024-09-28T12:02:23+00:00December 26th, 2023|Aging and Geriatric Issues, Family Counseling, Featured, Individual Counseling|

Early onset dementia is a condition that affects individuals under the age of sixty-five presenting a unique set of challenges for both patients and their families as most of them would still be in their productive years holding jobs and actively participating in their family’s lives. As the prevalence of dementia continues to rise worldwide it becomes imperative to understand the early warning signs and symptoms that may signal the onset of the disease. In this article, we will delve into the various symptoms associated with early-onset dementia. We are going to explore how they differ from those commonly seen in older individuals and by shedding light on these symptoms we aim to raise awareness, promote early detection, and provide support for those affected by early-onset dementia and their loved ones. Dementia is a general term for a group of progressive brain disorders characterized by a decline in cognitive abilities and a deterioration of social and occupational functioning. It is not a specific disease but rather a syndrome caused by various underlying conditions. Early-onset dementia can be caused by different types of dementia including Alzheimer’s disease, frontotemporal dementia, Lewy body dementia, and vascular dementia among others. The specific symptoms and progression of early-onset dementia can vary depending on the underlying cause. Symptoms of early onset-dementia. Early-onset dementia manifests with a variety of signs and symptoms that may indicate cognitive impairment. It’s important to note that the symptoms can vary depending on the underlying cause of dementia. It is important to note that these symptoms can also be caused by other conditions. Early detection and diagnosis allow for timely treatment and support to manage the symptoms and improve quality of life. Here are some common early signs of early-onset dementia symptoms to be aware of: Memory problems. It is one [...]

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Common ADHD Symptoms in Teens and How to Help

Common ADHD Symptoms in Teens and How to Help

Jennifer Kooshian2024-09-28T12:04:59+00:00December 5th, 2023|ADHD/ADD, Christian Counseling For Teens, Family Counseling, Featured|

Did you know that almost all children who are found to have ADHD still have the disorder as teens? ADHD symptoms in teens are similar to those that children experience and include having difficulty in retaining their focus on one thing at a time, being organized and maintaining it, having a short attention span, and being hyperactive and impulsive. Experts find that during the teen years when hormonal changes of adolescence are combined with the demands of school and after-school activities and sports, these ADHD symptoms may get worse. ADHD affects a teen’s life in several ways. As anyone who is distracted easily and has poor concentration can attest, securing high marks on tests and listening closely in a classroom environment can be particularly difficult. Because of these ADHD symptoms in teens, many experience problems in school with declining grades. This will be especially prevalent if the teenager is not getting the appropriate treatment for ADHD. Forgotten assignments, lost textbooks, and being bored with classwork can all be grouped under a lack of attention and focus, which is typical when considering ADHD symptoms in teens. This attention deficit can also swing the other way to hyperactivity which may lead teens to rush through assignments or blurt out answers, interrupting lessons through their inability to sit still and continually fidgeting in class. It is also common for ADHD symptoms in teens to manifest through their inability to channel their focus better. So, while they are set on particular things, they forget about other things they were doing. This lack of focused attention can negatively affect the quality of their homework, their ability at sports, or even their relationships with their peers. Bad grades on tests, repeatedly not being chosen for the team, or teasing by their peers negatively impact a [...]

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10 Ways Counseling for Children Helps Kids

10 Ways Counseling for Children Helps Kids

Jennifer Kooshian2024-09-28T12:04:53+00:00November 8th, 2023|Christian Counseling for Children, Christian Counseling For Teens, Family Counseling, Featured|

You may have heard of counseling for kids, but are not sure of how it can help a child. If you picture a person laying on a couch talking about their problems, it may seem like counseling doesn’t make sense for kids. Fortunately, there are many approaches to counseling that differ from the stereotypical idea of counseling presented in movies and on television. Counseling for children can help them develop emotional, social, and coping skills. This will promote their mental health as well as the way they interact with others and understand the world around them. It also supports their overall well-being. 10 Ways Counseling for Children Can Help Your Child Here are ten ways counseling for children can help your child: Emotional regulation and expression. It can be difficult for children to understand and manage their emotions. Counseling can help them learn to identify and express their feelings in healthy ways. This can lead to better emotional regulation and healthy ways of expressing their feelings. This is a life skill with lasting benefits in navigating stress, anxiety, anger, and other intense emotions. Coping skills. When faced with challenges, children learn effective coping strategies to deal with these situations. Sometimes those are healthy things and other times, they are not healthy or beneficial. Counseling teaches children tools like deep breathing, mindfulness, positive self-talk, and problem-solving strategies. These skills are good for managing stressors and building resilience. Communication and social skills. Children interact with people in their family, home, school, and friendships. This requires communication and social skills. Counseling aids in developing healthy communication and social skills. As children learn how to express themselves clearly, actively listen to others, resolve conflicts, and establish positive relationships, they will have better interactions and healthier relationships. Self-esteem and confidence. It can be hard [...]

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Practical Tips for Repairing Broken Family Relationships

Practical Tips for Repairing Broken Family Relationships

Sandra Stein2024-09-28T12:00:20+00:00October 3rd, 2023|Family Counseling, Featured, Individual Counseling, Relationship Issues|

A broken family is a family that is not functioning the way it did when it was originally formed. The connection between family members has been ruptured, causing pain and instability. Most commonly, this is the result of divorce, separation, or death, but it can also refer to a dysfunctional family in which parents are not good role models, family members are hostile toward one another, and there is conflict and estrangement even though the family unit is physically intact. Do we know our poor people? Do we know the poor in our house, in our family? Perhaps they are not hungry for a piece of bread. Perhaps our children, husband, wife, are not hungry, or naked, or dispossessed, but are you sure there is no one there who feels unwanted, deprived of affection? – Mother Teresa Family units are meant to provide a foundation of support and love. Studies indicate that well-adjusted children are more likely to come from intact, happy homes. However, they also indicate that the emotional climate in the home has a greater effect on the development of a child’s personality than does its structure. Children who come from intact but dysfunctional families can experience the same or even more severe adjustment issues than children coming from broken homes. Growing up in a broken family and being exposed to fractures in family bonds and experiences arising from toxic family dynamics can leave lasting imprints on a child’s heart and mind. These things shape perspectives and impact future relationships in profound ways. Common causes of broken families Divorce or separation. Death of a family member. Changes in living arrangements. Physical, sexual, or emotional abuse. Poor communication. Addiction. Mental health issues. Financial hardship. Differing political or religious beliefs. Failure to respect boundaries. Disrespect. Unmet expectations and/or misunderstandings. [...]

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5 Key Toxic Traits in a Relationship

5 Key Toxic Traits in a Relationship

Kate Motaung2024-11-07T12:09:07+00:00August 4th, 2023|Couples Counseling, Family Counseling, Featured, Marriage Counseling, Premarital Counseling, Relationship Issues|

The key to a happy life is to have functional and satisfying relationships. Relationships meet important needs such as finding comfort, receiving support, and being able to love and be loved by others. Your work could be going great, but if your relationships are falling apart, constantly embroiled in conflict, or exhibiting toxic traits, you probably won’t feel like you’re flourishing. Having healthy relationships is an important human need we all need to get fulfilled. A person can get trapped in an unhealthy relationship for a variety of reasons. Sometimes, it’s a close relationship like a mother-daughter relationship, or it’s a broken relationship between siblings. You don’t choose your family, and you can find yourself in difficult situations that are hard to escape. In other cases, you can be caught in an unhealthy relationship like a marriage, and children are involved. Extricating yourself from that dynamic is often difficult. Unhealthy relationships can develop over time, or there can be a rapid shift in the relationship caused by something like a chronic illness. Whatever the case may be, being able to tell when a relationship is toxic is helpful. Those warning bells should get you moving toward addressing the issues in the relationship. Signs of a toxic relationship. You might be in a toxic relationship if you see or experience the following: You feel tired or drained after interacting with that person. You feel resentful of the person, but you don’t feel comfortable expressing your feelings. Your self-esteem and sense of worth have taken a dip or dive since the other person came into your life. You’re stressed and overwhelmed, and part of the reason is the sheer amount of time and energy that you pour into the relationship. You feel isolated from other people, and unhappy about your current [...]

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