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Children's Mental Health

Navigating Power Struggles

I recently heard the term “power struggle” described as an emotional tug-of-war. I like to refer to it as a lose/lose situation. Power struggles are not enjoyable – when two people or parties are competing for control or influence, it makes for a very uncomfortable and frustrating experience. …
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Why Keep a Joy Journal

Family Resources for Mental Health Month Many of us are familiar with the concept of gratitude and thankfulness. Science says that feelings of gratefulness have many positive effects – from physical to psychological – making it the most popular topic for daily journals. While these gratitude …
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Your Child and School Anxiety

How to Help Your Child Manage School Anxiety School. This word alone has evoked anxiety in children and teens for years – worrying about peers, stressing over homework, striving for certain letter grades, feeling unsure if others accept them. This school year has been unlike any other and has …
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What is Trauma-Informed Care?

Nexus Family Healing has been working over the past several years to incorporate trauma-informed practices into every aspect of our care. Trauma-informed care is a growingly common buzzword in the health, education, and social services industries as we learn more about how past experiences can …
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One Cup at a Time

In the small town of Onarga, Illinois, you’ll find a quaint café with a rich history of serving the community much more than a hot cup of coffee. The Cornerstone Café serves as a vocational program of Nexus Family Healing’s Onarga Campus. Youth in residence at the Onarga campus work at the …
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What is Childhood Trauma?

He was six and it was his unexpected, quiet remark that clearly described the struggle, “I just feel like something bad is going to happen all the time.” For this boy, like many others, childhood included too many scary life experiences. He was well prepared to respond to danger at any time – he …
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