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COVID-19: Pandemic Taking Toll On Marriages, Relationships COVID-19: Pandemic Taking Toll On Marriages, Relationships
Covid-19: Pandemic Taking Toll On Marriages, Relationships The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is taking its toll on married couples that have been forced to self-quarantine and socially distance themselves. According to experts, the stress of being inside 24 hours a day, coupled with financial stress due to COVID-19, and having kids constantly at home, can take a toll on a marriage or relationship. There has been an uptick in divorces in China, where the outbreak originated, and though that has not yet been the case stateside, the issue may be coming as the pandemic hits its 54th day. "It's really a pressure cooker," Certified Life and Rela…
Back-to-School Strategies For The Whole Family Back-to-School Strategies For The Whole Family
Back-to-School Strategies For The Whole Family It’s hard to say goodbye to summer. Heading back into the school routine can create more stress for everyone in the family. Busy schedules, academic pressure, and lack of sleep can raise anxiety levels. Furthermore, we have less time to relax and connect with each other. With that in mind, here are some strategies to ease the transition back into the school year. Build the family’s resilience and positivity. Resilience is our ability to bounce back from difficult events or emotions. The more resilient we are, the more we can handle the stress of the busy school year. Fortunately, there ar…