Have you ever found yourself reaching for a tub of ice cream after a rough day or munching on chips when you're feeling down or bored? I'm raising my hand over here! You might be experiencing emotional eating. Emotional eating is when we use food to deal with our feelings instead of satisfying hunger. Everyone does it occasionally. It can lead to ... Continue Reading
Do I Have ADHD?
Written By: Taylor Aiona, LCSW 118192 As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California, I am seeing an increase in awareness about ADHD. Which is great! Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) affects both children and adults. It comes in different forms. We may hear more about the Hyperactive type due to beliefs about ADHD. ... Continue Reading
When You Don’t Like Your Kids’ Friends
Written by: Taylor Aiona, LCSW 118192 Being a parent comes with its fair share of challenges. One of these challenges might be dealing with your child's choice of friends. Naturally, you want what's best for your kids and worry about the influence their friends may have on them. But what do you do when you don't like their friends? This ... Continue Reading
