How to talk about teen suicide – Guidelines by age group
If you’re thinking about suicide, are worried about a friend or child, or would like emotional support, reach out 24/7 to the 988 Suicide and … Read more
Realistic goal setting and improved self-esteem: exploring the connection
It feels good to set a goal and achieve it. But there’s a much deeper connection between goal setting and self-esteem than you might realize, … Read more
The insidious danger of fentanyl: facts to help you protect yourself, your friends, and your family
As we enter September and National Recovery Month, we at The Bougainvilla House pause to recognize International Overdose Awareness Day, August 31st. Many wear purple … Read more
Body Positivity – A Guide to Embracing Yourself!
These days, we can’t get away from images of “happy beautiful people” who populate our digital world. Just check out all the carefully curated posts … Read more
Communication, Comfort, Caring: Age-appropriate conversations about school shootings
Our screens are full of horrifying images and accounts of the recent massacre of children in Uvalde, Texas, on May 25, and of other shootings … Read more
The Myth of the “Strong, Silent Type” – Understanding Male Depression
In an episode of The Sopranos, crime boss Tony Soprano describes American actor Gary Cooper as the epitome of the ‘strong, silent type’. During the … Read more
De-stress tips that work for students during finals week
End of school year + final tests = Stress As the end of the school year approaches many students are experiencing more stress, not less. … Read more
ADHD & Productivity – How to Get Things Done
ADHD (Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is often the subject of jokes, quips, and casual excuses, but living with the real thing is no joke at all. … Read more
“The voice inside my head” How to quiet your inner critic
Ever find yourself thinking things like “I shouldn’t have said that!” or “Why did I do that?” or, more positively, “I nailed it today!”? What … Read more
This February, Celebrate All the Relationships That Matter
Welcome to February, the month associated with Cupids and hearts, candy and flowers – and romance. The history of Valentine’s Day is murky but is … Read more