Category Archives: OCD

What is Psychosocial Rehabilitation???

Posted on November 21, 2017 by Laurie

Through work with horses, Nevada Equine Assisted Therapy provides social, emotional and behavioral growth and learning as well as a mental health intervention called Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR), but what the heck is that?! I found this really good explanation and … Continue reading →

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A Link Between Technology and Depression?

Posted on November 16, 2017 by Laurie

We have all seen it. A child, a teen, or even an adult who seems unable to walk away from the computer/cell phone or other electronic device. I think most of us already recognize that this is a problem. The … Continue reading →

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Holiday Challenges for Those with Special Needs

Posted on November 7, 2017 by Laurie

Yes, it is the season! So many wonderful events. School programs, family get-togethers, special events, snow and time off from our daily routines. So much excitement, yet so many opportunities for things to go badly! These can be challenging times … Continue reading →

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Let’s Talk Honestly About Mental Health

Posted on October 25, 2017 by Laurie

Come on. Let’s be honest. All of us know someone, a family member, a friend, a coworker, a child in the neighborhood, who is living with a mental health issue. It may be something mild that is managed by interventions … Continue reading →

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Interesting New Research on Autism

Posted on October 17, 2017 by Laurie

I’m always fascinated by the new information that is discovered about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). What has become more and more evident is that there is not just one explanation.  The more we know the better we are able to … Continue reading →

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A Combination of Mental Health Issues

Posted on October 15, 2017 by Laurie

For many people, it is not just one mental health issue they are dealing with. The issues can ‘tag team’ you till you feel just completely overwhelmed. In this Forbes piece by author Amulya Malladi, she shares her experience of … Continue reading →

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Family, Friends, Neighbors and Co-Workers

Posted on October 10, 2017 by Laurie

The evidence is in and we are NOT doing a good job! Today is World Mental Health Day and according to Fortune, the statistics show that most adults struggling with mental health issues are not receiving the support they need. … Continue reading →

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There Are Many Options For Dealing With Anxiety

Posted on October 8, 2017 by Laurie

Everyone is different. Some deal with setbacks and challenges, brushing it off and moving on. Other people need to rebound and still others may get stuck in a place of pain and fear. For some a good friend to talk … Continue reading →

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Horses Helping People Heal

Posted on September 11, 2017 by Laurie

We KNOW that work with horses can help people heal, because we SEE IT every day with the clients we work with, but it is so encouraging to hear about other programs that are partnering with horses to help others. … Continue reading →

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When Children Fail to Cope

Posted on August 23, 2017 by Laurie

Most kids experience some resistance/anxiety to new situations. We are not surprised when on the first day of school to see kids crying and clinging as parents dolefully walk away from them. But, in a short time, most kids adjust. … Continue reading →

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