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The Quiet Power of Accountability
Accountability is often framed as a tool for discipline or productivity, but its impact runs far deeper. When practiced in a healthy way, accountability can…
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Connecting and Disconnecting with Social Media
Is social media screen time healthy for my relationships or family? Use of social media has become a popular, and controversial topic, especially given higher…
Alcohol and Sleep are Strange Bedfellows
Contrary to popular belief, a nightcap does not help you sleep better. In fact, numerous studies show that although alcohol may allow you to fall asleep…
Can You Admit Yourself To A Psychiatric Hospital: Top Advice
We break down all the answers to can you admit yourself to a psychiatric hospital. Learn about admitting yourself to a mental hospital for treatment!
5 Tips for Helping Children through Transitions
For children, transitions can feel overwhelming and lead to difficulty regulating “big” emotions. The transition into kindergarten is one that every child…
Why do Men Hesitate to Seek Mental Health Counseling?
Men may hesitate to seek mental health counseling for several reasons, many of which are influenced by cultural, societal, and personal factors. Here are some…
What Are Psychiatric Medications? Top Mental Health Medication Options
Discover answers to what are psychiatric medications used to treat mental health disorders. Explore options, uses, side effects, and more!
What Is a Psychiatrist? A Detailed Analysis on Treatment
We answer: what is a psychiatrist, what they do, how to become one, and the differences between psychiatrists and psychologists. Learn more now!
Strategies to Enhance Your Marriage
Couples often enter marriage with great, but conflicting, expectations. The old joke is that men marry hoping that their wives will never change, while women…
What Does it Mean to be Compassionate?
What Does it Mean to be Compassionate? David offers a hand of friendship to the new kid at school who is alone and desperate to fit in. Sarah provides a warm…
The Quiet Power of Accountability
Accountability is often framed as a tool for discipline or productivity, but its impact runs far deeper. When practiced in a healthy way, accountability can…
A New Year with Temperance & Mental Health
Temperance is the practice of self-regulation and moderation: ordering desires, emotions, and behaviors in ways that support balance, sustainability, and…
How to Choose the Right Counselor in Naperville, Wheaton, or Lisle
Find the right counselor in Naperville, Wheaton, or Lisle, IL. Get mental health services & therapy. Browse options for counseling today at SamaraCare.
Psychiatric Evaluation Naperville: Mental Health at SamaraCare
Residents of Lisle & Naperville in need of a Psychiatric Evaluation. Wondering if you need to see a psychiatrist? Learn the signs and get info at SamaraCare.
Top 10 Couples Counseling Questions Every Partner Should Ask Before Starting Therapy
Explore the top 10 couple therapy questions every partner should ask! Spark meaningful conversation and improve communication in counseling.
How to Choose Autism Services in Naperville or Lisle, IL and Why SamaraCare Is Your Best Choice
Find the right counselor for autism services in Naperville or Lisle, IL. Explore ABA therapy at SamaraCare treating Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
The Power of Listening and Silence
In a world filled with noise and constant stimulation, both listening and silence are increasingly rare—but deeply powerful. These practices, rooted in…
Time, Guilt, and the Pressure to Perform: What Students Need to Know
By Daniella Capodice, LCPC Class from morning till afternoon, then extracurriculars, then homework, then house-hold duties, then trying to maintain…
Mindful News Consumption: Caring for Your Mental Health in an Information-Heavy World
By Amber Graham, pre-licensed counselor It’s 6:00 a.m. and your alarm goes off. Before you’ve even stretched or poured your first cup of coffee, your hand…