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The holiday season can lift spirits and overload schedules at the same time. Travel, traffic, late nights, and family dynamics stack up quickly. Holiday gatherings may bring joy for some and strain for others. Financial stress, changes in routine, and social media comparison can push small worries into big ones. […]

As fall and winter approach, daylight fades and routines change. Many people in Middle Tennessee notice shifts in mood and energy that arrive with the first cool mornings and earlier sunsets. The change can feel subtle at first. For some, the slump grows and begins to affect sleep, focus, and […]

Midterms arrive fast. The calendar fills, sleep gets choppy, and small delays snowball into late nights. If you are feeling overwhelmed, use this 10 day sprint to stabilize your routine and raise your scores. The plan fits students at Vanderbilt, Belmont, Lipscomb, TSU, and community colleges across Middle Tennessee. Adjust […]

If you or someone with you is in immediate danger, call 911. In the United States, you can also call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Trained counselors are available 24 hours a day. Use a safe phone and location. Suicidal thinking touches many families. Parents, […]

Every family wants a school year that feels safe and steady. That requires a plan that starts at home and continues on campus. Bullying harassment harms learning, confidence, and relationships. The fastest path to change is a partnership between parents and caregivers, trusted adults at school, and students who know […]

Teachers across Middle Tennessee see the same pattern every fall. Bright students lose track of assignments, forget materials, and stall out once the bell rings. Many of these students live with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The common thread is executive function challenges that block progress on school work. When […]

If you are in immediate danger, call 911. You can also contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or text START to 88788. Use a safe device and clear your browser history if you share technology with a partner. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, often shortened to DVAM. […]

Psychologists have long faced a structural barrier: the inability to continue seeing clients across state lines. PsyPact, now active in 41 states plus Washington, D.C. as of this writing, provides a lawful pathway for licensed psychologists to maintain telepsychology services when clients cross borders, and to engage in limited in-person […]

As summer winds down and school starts up again, many parents expect some nerves. But for some teens, the return to school brings more than just butterflies—it triggers deep school anxiety that can impact their mood, behavior, and functioning. If your child is struggling with the idea of heading back […]

As fall rolls in—along with busy school routines, changing weather, and renewed pressure at work—many people are struggling to stay emotionally grounded. If you’ve been seeking mental health support, but haven’t found the time, the energy, or even the right person, there’s one option that can change the game: teletherapy. […]