Grief at the Holiday Table: Finding Presence Amid Absence
The first Christmas without a loved one can feel like stepping into a snowstorm without a coat. The warmth of the season—the jingling...
5 Reasons Why Every School Needs a School Psychologist: A Perspective from the Field
As we celebrate School Psychologist Appreciation Week, it’s a fitting moment to explore the benefits that school psychologists bring to...
The Science Behind Student Behavior
In classrooms worldwide, teachers face the complex task of managing student behavior. From disruptive outbursts to quiet disengagement,...
Top 5 Tips for Staying Calm in a Chaotic Classroom
By Vittorio Puente, PHD, LSSP Teaching is rarely the tranquil, storybook vision of a classroom with students all sitting attentively,...
Election Anxiety: Why Young Adults with Autism are Struggling and How to Help
The 2024 U.S. presidential election, culminating in Donald Trump's victory, elicited widespread emotional responses. Notably, some young...
Dia de Los Muertos: Embracing Loss with Tradition, Memory, and Connection
Dia de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, is one of the most profound expressions of remembrance and connection in Mexican culture. If...
The Convergence and Divergence of OCD and PTSD: A Complex Intersection of Trauma and Obsession
In the labyrinthine landscape of mental health, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Â and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Â stand out...
Indigenous Peoples' Day: How North American Culture Impacts Indigenous Cultures In Mexico and Central America
As we recognize this day dedicated to celebrating Indigenous people and Native American cultures, it is essential to reflect on the...
How North American Culture May Be Shortening Your Life: The Hidden Costs of Diet, Stress, and Sedentary Lifestyles
Participating in a culture involves engaging in and contributing to the shared practices, beliefs, values, customs, and symbols that...
Diet and Mental Health: A Path to Well-Being on World Mental Health Day
As October 10th marks World Mental Health Day, discussions will naturally focus on improving access to mental health services and...
