By: Amelia Lin Every day in this country, we are surrounded by differences that can too easily divide ourselves. Whether it’s race, ethnicity, gender, or sexual orientation, diversity is one of the greatest effects of American freedom. This variety of language,...

By: Amelia Lin Our world continues to grow more and more connected each day. Every day is a whole new wave of people, ideas, and opinions. In the midst of all this outside commotion, it’s easier than ever to question the role we play in it---what we bring to the...

By: Amelia Lin Sometimes when we find ourselves in moments of conflict or hardship, a very common defense mechanism kicks in and we ignore our emotions. This could be because we’re afraid to confront the uncomfortable, afraid to add salt to the wound, or just afraid....

Independence Day by Amelia Lin, Intern On the 4th of July we look forward to barbecues, fireworks, or just a day off from work. Like many other national holidays, it’s easy to forget why this day exists in the first place. However, Independence Day is special because...

In 2010, the US Senate started a national day of observance for those impacted by Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Four years later, it was decided that one day was not enough and the US would honor PTSD Awareness all month long!   Mayo Clinic defines PTSD as "a...

Father's Day 2019 By Carley George, Human Development Intern June 16th, 2019 is Father’s Day, how are some ways we can show our Father’s some appreciation? Each of our dads have different hobbies and find enjoyment in different ways. Some like to be outdoors, others...

Men's Health Week 2019 By Carley George, Human Development Intern So what is men's health week?! This is the week all about men! The week leading up to Father’s Day, aims to raise awareness of men’s health issues. This does not only include physical health, but mental...

Blog post by Allison Hadley, Clinical Intern at Owens & Associates Now that Spring is finally here, I know many of us are excited to open our windows, get in thedirt, and feel the sun on our skin! Some of us might even be preparingourselves for that yearly...