Bev Parrish MFT

This Is How Narcissistic Parents Treat Their Children

New research shows how the narcissistic parenting style affects children.

How shunned Jehovah's Witness mom killed her entire family

She made a video of herself saying that she was "broken" and that she didn't want to burden her family.

You Need To Hear This Powerful Poem On Mental Illness

Tips for Having Difficult Conversations

Is there a conversation you are anxious about having or maybe even delaying? Perhaps it’s because the issue is sensitive, requires giving or receiving negative …

What Causes Night Sweats in Men? 10 Causes and When to See Doctor

Night sweats are more common than you might think. We'll go over both common and rare causes and tell you when it's time to see a doctor.

7 Fast Workouts That Even Exercise Haters Will Love

Working out can be a hassle. Many of us simply don’t have the time to make the gym a daily commitment. Between work, school, chores, and housework, our workout time is severely limited. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of 7 fast workouts even exercise haters will love. You can start and finish these in the time it takes your pasta to boil or while your washing machine finishes a cycleGrab a water bottle and set down a mat or towel. These…

The Richest Design Opportunity That You’ve Never Heard Of

Tidemark is part of the new breed of startups aiming to bring hardcore business tools to the iPad.

PARRISH ALFORD: While it's slow, a few thoughts for when it's not

Monitoring the Internet these days invariably leads to someone’s college football countdown, to which I say … slow down.

Imaging in mental health and improving the diagnostic process

What are some of the most troubling numbers in mental health? Six to 10—the number of years it can take to properly diagnose a mental health condition. Dr. Elizabeth Osuch, a Researcher at Lawson Health Research Institute and a Psychiatrist at London Health Sciences Centre and the Department of Psychiatry at Western University, is helping to end misdiagnosis by looking for a 'biomarker' in the brain that will help diagnose and treat two commonly misdiagnosed disorders.

7 signs you should worry about your child’s mental health

Seven signs your son or daughter is part of the one in five US children with a mental health disorder.

Don't Get Hooked! Avoiding Shenpa — Dr. Amy E. Keller, PsyD, MFT

We’ve all been caught in a big argument that started with something small. A simple word, tone, or minor transgression struck a nerve and you couldn’t resist striking back. That, my friends, is Shenpa, you’re hooked and are compelled to respond, even though you know it’s probably not a good idea. In

How Can I Support My Adult Child Who Has a Mental Health Disorder?

Mental health continues to be one of the most-requested topics readers ask me to cover both in the Parental Advisory advice column and in other more general posts. So I wasn’t surprised that when I wrote in January about parenting a child who is at risk for developing a mental health disorder, it sparked another reader question on the topic—this time about parenting an adult child with a mental illness.

Three women feel stronger after sharing their mental health journeys

Three women are opening up about their mental health challenges in message of hope during Mental Health Month. One in 5 people will experience mental illness in their lifetime, yet the stigma surrounding it is still very realEmily Rice-Smith, 24, is a student at Western Michigan University and former Miss Michigan competitor. She has depression, anxiety and ADHD. Elaina Harris, 51, is a mother and…

Time To Talk: Tips For Talking About Your Mental Health

Uncomfortable, But Important Starting The Conversation Talking To Your Parents Tips For Talking