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Teen Dating Violence Awareness: Warning Signs Parents and Teens Need to Know

Posted by Improving Lives Counseling Services, Inc. | Articles, Children and Adolescent Counseling, Relationships

Introduction Teen dating violence is a serious and widespread problem affecting young people across Oklahoma and throughout the United States. Despite its prevalence, many parents, educators, and even teens themselves don’t recognize the warning signs until a relationship has become dangerous or damaging. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 1 …

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Is Self-Care Enough, or Do You Need Therapy? Understanding When to Seek Professional Help

Posted by Improving Lives Counseling Services, Inc. | Articles, Individual Counseling, Mental Health, Therapy

In recent years, self-care has become a cultural phenomenon. From bubble baths and meditation apps to journaling and yoga classes, we’re constantly reminded to prioritize our mental wellness through self-care practices. Social media is flooded with self-care tips, and the wellness industry has grown into a multi-billion dollar market. But here’s an important question that …

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How Parental Stress Affects Children’s Mental Health: Understanding the Connection

Posted by Improving Lives Counseling Services, Inc. | Articles, Parental Stress, Parenting

As parents, we do our best to shield our children from life’s challenges and create stable, nurturing environments where they can thrive. However, one factor many parents underestimate is how their own stress levels directly impact their children’s mental and emotional wellbeing. Research consistently shows that children are remarkably attuned to their parents’ emotional states. …

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Future-Proof Your Mind: How to Stay Strong, Curious, and Grounded in an Unpredictable World

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In a world where headlines shift hourly and technology constantly reshapes reality, mental resilience has become an essential life skill. To future-proof your mind, focus less on controlling what’s next and more on cultivating the flexibility to adapt, learn, and stay steady when everything around you changes faster than expected. Action Items The Curiosity Advantage …

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