Tips for Successful Marriage Counseling

Jul 8, 2016

Marriage counseling will give you and your partner somewhere you can talk about all of your problems without judgement. “Till death do us part” is a phrase that is repeated in many marriage ceremonies around the world. But what happens when you[...]

How Can You Benefit from Anger Management Counseling?

Jul 1, 2016

If you feel yourself becoming in a fit of rage, it could be time to seek some help with anger management counseling. Joy, sadness, disgust, fear, and anger are the five basic emotions everyone feels. But depending on how you manage and express [...]

What Is DORS and How Does It Work?

Jun 23, 2016

When you work with DORS, you will feel independent and confident in your abilities. As a part of our Developmental Disabilities services, Family Service Foundation works with individuals to help them find a job based on their skill level. We of[...]

Family Service Foundation Hosted “Choose Recovery 2016” Event

Jun 21, 2016

Choosing recovery is only one step away. With a clear focus on both mental health and substance abuse recovery, Family Service Foundation (FSF) hosted the “Choose Recovery 2016” event. This program was designed to encourage growth, change lives[...]

Recognizing the Warning Signs of Suicide

Jun 6, 2016

Suicide is not something you should ignore. Take a look at some of these warning signs and remember that there are people who can help. Depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and postpartum depression are all mental illnesses with a high [...]

Helping a Young Adult with Autism Find Independence

May 31, 2016

Autism does not mean your young adult won't be able to be independent. For most of your child’s life, you have been doing everything for them. From making their meals to getting them where they need to be for their activities, but for most pare[...]

What are the Symptoms of Postpartum Depression?

May 23, 2016

Postpartum depression should not be ignored. The birth of a baby can trigger a jumble of powerful emotions in a new mother. From the excitement and joy of a new baby to the fear and anxiety that you won’t be a good parent. Being overloaded by t[...]

What is Cerebral Palsy?

May 13, 2016

There are many different kinds and levels of severity of cerebral palsy. While most people think of cerebral palsy as a single disorder, it is actually a group of disorders that affect a person’s ability to move. These developmental disorders n[...]

Is Therapy Right for Me?

May 9, 2016

Therapy can help you work through many different problems you may be having. In a fast-paced society, people are juggling more and more unrealistic demands on their time and energy. From balancing a 40-hour work week to raising a family or havi[...]

What is Down Syndrome?

May 5, 2016

Down Syndrome affects one in every 691 babies born in the U.S. every year. One in every 691 babies born in the United States is born with Down Syndrome. It is one of the most common genetic conditions and affects approximately 400,000 Americans[...]

What is Psychotherapy?

Apr 22, 2016

There are many different kinds of psychotherapy you can experience. There are many stigmas associated with mental health and its therapies. But in recent years, there has been many attempts to break this stigma and the bring it for the forefron[...]

What is Autism?

Apr 14, 2016

Autism and ASDs are a common diagnosis but that does not mean people truly understand what it is. It may seem like being diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a common diagnosis these days. But how much do you really know about au[...]

Benefits of a Medical Interpreter

Apr 4, 2016

Your medical interpreter will be able to communicate your needs to your medical staff. Going to the doctor is a stressful appointment for anyone but it can be even more stressful when a person is faced with the challenge of being deaf. Whether [...]

What are Developmental Disabilities?

Mar 14, 2016

What exactly is a developmental disability? Although many of us may know someone with a family member who has a developmental disability, often our knowledge does not go far beyond that. And all too often, we feel uncomfortable talking about i[...]

What are Community Learning Services?

Mar 11, 2016

Community learning services allow individuals with disabilities to learn a skill and help their community. For many adults with developmental disabilities, holding a typical 8-hour job can be extremely hard. This can not only leave them depende[...]

Part 2: The Moods of Bipolar Disorder

Feb 29, 2016

People suffering from bipolar disorder can experience a wide array of moods. Bipolar disorder is a lifelong condition that is full of unpredictable ups and downs. Now that we know what bipolar disorder is and how it can be helped, it is importa[...]

Part 1: What is Bipolar Disorder?

Feb 19, 2016

Does anyone really know what bipolar is or how it can affect you or your family? Let's take a moment to discuss this disorder and some treatment options available to you. We all have ups and downs but when you suffer from bipolar disorder, it c[...]

What are Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders?

Feb 12, 2016

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders have been in the new lately, but do you really know what they are? Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASDs) are a group of conditions that can occur in people whose mothers drank alcohol during the pregnancy. Th[...]

Dealing with ADHD as an Adult

Feb 8, 2016

ADHD can affect people of all ages. But how do you deal with this disorder as an adult? Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is most commonly thought of as a childhood disability. But that does not mean it can’t affect people well in[...]

Teen Substance Abuse Counseling

Feb 7, 2016

Teen substance abuse can take a lot of forms. Do you know what to look for? Substance abuse is classified as the use and abuse of substances such as cigarettes, alcohol, and illegal drugs. This abuse may begin in childhood, during the teen year[...]