If you are considering a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT), then we encourage you to consider the fully online degree program offered by Touro University Worldwide (TUW). This program is a great option for students who wish to pursue licensure as a marriage and family therapist (MFT) and/or the Licensed Professional

Originally a spiritual practice, meditation is now touted by some as an effective treatment method for physical health problems. Types of meditation vary almost as much as their practitioners. Some are purely mental in emphasis, such as mindfulness, guided meditation or the chanting of mantras. Others incorporate physical movement, like qigong or tai chi. However,

The practice of meditation has been considered beneficial for millennia. Anecdotally, reported benefits include increasing attention span, promoting calmness and helping people develop their ability for insightful thinking. However, only in the modern era has science begun to actually study the specific physiological effects of meditation on the brain. Hard evidence, it turns out, supports

Stress is a prevailing health issue in the United States. Although 61 percent of adults feel that stress management is important, only 35 percent believe they cope with stress at an optimal level, according to the American Psychological Association (APA). Luckily, there are a number of effective natural ways to reduce stress. Exercise Exercise has

  Stress continues to be a major American health issue, according to the American Psychological Association. More than one-third of adults report that their stress increased over the past year. Twenty-four percent of adults report experiencing extreme stress, up from 18 percent the year before. It’s well-known that stress can be a detriment to overall

Parents often face a seemingly endless array of choices when it comes to child-rearing. From deciding whether or not to work, to selecting breast milk vs. formula, to implementing permissive or authoritative discipline, it can be difficult for parents to decide on the right course of action. Although it may feel like there is only

In America’s ongoing battle against obesity, doctors and dietitians have identified sugar as a major enemy. To replace the scourge of sugar, many have turned to artificial sweeteners, which offer zero calorie counts but with much of the taste still intact. Sugar substitutes can be found in “diet” drinks and other low-calorie items. While artificial

For countless children, being bullied has been a tough reality of growing up. Although teasing and poking fun at others has always happened on the playground, bullying has long-lasting effects on the daily lives of some victims. Unfortunately, Internet access and social media have magnified the problem of bullying. The anonymity of the Internet has

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