Category Archives: Addiction

What Teens Are Really Saying

Posted on May 7, 2017 by Laurie

The recent TV series ’13 Reasons Why’ has brought a lot of attention to teen suicide. This is a very difficult subject for teens, parents and frankly, all of us. It is heartbreaking to think that anyone so young is … Continue reading →

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ADHD is Complicated

Posted on May 3, 2017 by Laurie

Usually a first line of treatment for children struggling with ADHD is medication. The though goes ‘if we can just get them to sit still and focus, they will do better’. Therefore it surprising and a bit alarming, that this … Continue reading →

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Many Teens Are Struggling

Posted on April 24, 2017 by Laurie

Our world is full of challenges and stress! Teens today are often more aware and engaged in what is going on in the world. We may not be aware that they are watching us and noting when we are concerned … Continue reading →

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Don’t Let Depression Steal Your Life

Posted on April 21, 2017 by Laurie

Elite Daily has published a very insightful piece by Syrah London on Mental Health. She shares some of her personal experiences in living with depression, though many of them may be universal. Depression can happen to anyone at any age, … Continue reading →

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WHO ‘depression as the leading cause of ill health and disability worldwide’

Posted on March 31, 2017 by Laurie

In our lifetime, we will all have to deal with feelings of sadness and grief. Things don’t work out the way we want. We are let down. People we love pass from our lives. All of these situations can be … Continue reading →

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Work With Horses Can Help With Healing

Posted on March 22, 2017 by Laurie

We love seeing so many programs, all around the world, offering a path to healing through work with horses. From traditional ‘therapeutic riding’ programs, that focus on physical and cognitive challenges to traveling programs that help people by bringing miniature … Continue reading →

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Equine Therapy Programs Can Help With Recovery

Posted on March 19, 2017 by Laurie

Though most people probably think of kids and teens when they think about equine therapy programs, horses can offer a great deal to adults too. From depression and anxiety, to eating disorders and addiction, horses can be a powerful path … Continue reading →

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Being a Teenager, Especially a Teenage Girl, is Tough!

Posted on February 14, 2017 by Laurie

Life can be so challenging. Growing up in this day and age is not easy. Children, teens and adults can struggle with getting through each day. New evidence is showing that women, and especially teenage girls, are dealing with an … Continue reading →

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The Challenges of Depression

Posted on February 7, 2017 by Laurie

Many people have a hard time understanding the struggles faced by those living with depression. ‘How hard can it be to just get up and brush your hair? You know you’ll feel better’. But the truth is there are real … Continue reading →

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How Do You Take Care of Yourself?

Posted on February 3, 2017 by Laurie

There are so many demands in our lives today. As employees, partners, parents and friends, we often give, give and give of ourselves, leaving little for taking care of us. We can become overwhelmed and begin to really suffer not … Continue reading →

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