When my children were small, I wanted to be the best parent I could be. One day, while caring for my daughters, ages 2 and 5, I thought I can be a good parent. Six hours per day. Maximum. Winnicott in ...

Self-care and mindfulness might seem impractical or indulgent when you’re trying to keep someone else alive. For caregivers of people with schizophrenia in particular, times of crisis or long-term ...

Caring for a friend or loved one with schizophrenia can often feel all-consuming. You may find yourself sacrificing work, school, or downtime during moments of crisis. Remaining hours, meanwhile, are ...

As a cancer caregiver, helping someone else is a big part of your daily routine. It can be easy to ignore your own wants and needs, but taking care of yourself is an important part of maintaining your ...

Caregiving presents various challenges, including daily care, patient advocation, and end-of-life decisions. Here’s what to expect and how to handle various situations. Share on Pinterest Fly View ...

When someone needs urgent mental health support, they have options beyond just visiting the emergency room (ER), which can be noisy, busy, and have long waiting times. In 2022, the Centers for Disease ...

Watching the progression of my mother’s dementia was one of the hardest things I have experienced in life. Of course, there were moments of grace… the moments when her smile would light up her face ...