Articles written by Lori Nash

Have a special weekend breakfast with the family using one of these easy recipes!

Jul 11, 2010 - Lori Nash

Eating in doesn't have to mean spending hours in the kitchen. Here are some recipes for healthy family meals that are quick to prepare.

Jul 11, 2010 - Lori Nash

Martinis aren't just gin, vermouth & olives anymore! These recipes aren't "classic" martinis; think of them as martinis with heels & a little black dress!

Jul 9, 2010 - Lori Nash

A partner, family member or friend suffering from depression cannot "just get over it." Depression is a disease that requires treatment.

Jun 23, 2010 - Lori Nash

While it's normal to feel sad or blue now and then, it's not normal to feel depressed or hopeless most of the time.

Jun 23, 2010 - Lori Nash

Depressive disorder causes its sufferers to feel sad and hopeless for long stretches of time. Like many other diseases, depression comes in different forms.

Jun 23, 2010 - Lori Nash

There is nothing complicated about making fresh, homemade food for your puppy or dog. Best of all, evidence is showing it's safer and healthier than kibble.

Jun 15, 2010 - Lori Nash

Children learn communication techniques from the people around them. The family meeting is a great place for kids to learn how to communicate in a good way.

Mar 30, 2010 - Lori Nash

To some, growing roses means endless spraying and coddling. The fact is, it can be done another way - a way that's healthier for people, animals and the environment.

Mar 25, 2010 - Lori Nash

People who shy away from any sort of conflict can cause frustration for their spouses or partners. How the discussion is handled can help to keep the avoider engaged.

Mar 23, 2010 - Lori Nash

All brothers and sisters squabble, bicker and argue from time to time. Read on to learn what typically lies under the surface of these fights.

Mar 16, 2010 - Lori Nash

Resolving conflict in a healthy way is something many couples find difficult. Read on for some guidelines to use in creating rules for fair fighting.

Mar 15, 2010 - Lori Nash

In a conflict situation, couples tend to behave in one of five ways. Understanding one's conflict style is a good first step in learning healthy conflict resolution.

Mar 15, 2010 - Lori Nash

Some people see chemicals as a quick & easy fix for lawn problems, but the chemical approach addresses the symptom, not the problem. Instead, go for an organic lawn!

Mar 10, 2010 - Lori Nash

An interactive webite helps kids learn about bullying and provides them with empowering and effective strategies to help keep kids from being bullied.

Mar 9, 2010 - Lori Nash

Most people spend the better portion of their waking hours at work, yet the focus of green living seems to be on the home. Learn how easy it can be to "work green."

Mar 3, 2010 - Lori Nash

Young children need to be taught about respect and boundaries early on to set the stage for healthy relationships in their future.

Feb 10, 2010 - Lori Nash

In today's hectic, high-pressure world, it can be easy for a child or teen to become overwhelmed. Read on for some of the signs of excessive stress or anxiety in kids.

Feb 5, 2010 - Lori Nash

Holding on to resentment is like eating rat poison and expecting the other person to die. One of the healthiest things a person can do is to let go of past hurts.

Jan 28, 2010 - Lori Nash

Trauma negatively influences how a person sees the world, themselves, and other people. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprogramming gives victims hope for recovery.

Nov 30, 2009 - Lori Nash

Researchers in Europe found that by playing a game that simulated bullying in school, kids learned strategies that helped them avoid being victims.

Nov 24, 2009 - Lori Nash

The holidays can be rough for people who expect their extended family celebrations to be picture-perfect. Here are a few tips to help managing stress this holiday season.

Nov 23, 2009 - Lori Nash

As the days get shorter, some people lose energy & motivation and slip into what is often called "the winter blues." The term for this is seasonal affective disorder.

Nov 22, 2009 - Lori Nash

Looking for a romantic gift that will be noticed, appreciated...and remembered? One of these might be the perfect gift for the man in your life.

Nov 20, 2009 - Lori Nash

Flirting usually goes both ways. When it's one-sided and the attention is unwanted, flirting crosses the line and becomes sexual harassment.

Nov 17, 2009 - Lori Nash

An ADD diagnosis is not the end of the world. It simply means that parents must adapt their parenting style to be simple & specific, while keeping the environment calm.

Nov 15, 2009 - Lori Nash

A Native American sweat lodge ritual is a conscious spiritual journey that should never involve the exchange of money; it's believed this degrades the ceremony's energy.

Nov 14, 2009 - Lori Nash

One helpful way to improve a relationship is to imagine it as though it were a bank account. If deposits are more numerous than withdrawals, the relationship benefits.

Nov 12, 2009 - Lori Nash

Sexual harassment is a daily occurrence for many students, especially girls and sexual minority youth. A study shows serious consequences of this type of victimization.

Nov 10, 2009 - Lori Nash

The purpose of marriage counseling is to identify both the strengths and the challenges in a relationship, then come up with an action plan to enhance it.

Nov 7, 2009 - Lori Nash

The Internet leaves kids vulnerable to torment from online bullies 24-7. Following are tips to help kids resist or recover from cyber bullying.

Nov 4, 2009 - Lori Nash

A support group for parents of multiples proved to be a huge source of help for Sokie and Steve Goulet as they raised their twins, Lauren and Michael. Learn more here!

Oct 30, 2009 - Lori Nash

Teaching children how to respond in a variety of difficult or uncomfortable situations can help to prevent them from being bullied and can help stop bullying behaviors.

Oct 28, 2009 - Lori Nash

Researchers have identified three main categories for multiples, based on their relationships with one another, that should be considered by parents & educators.

Oct 20, 2009 - Lori Nash

Anyone who has been excluded from a clique knows that it's an unpleasant experience. Adults can brush it off, but when children are excluded, it can cause emotional harm.

Oct 17, 2009 - Lori Nash

Bullying is intentional, aggressive behavior that can take many forms, and can cause emotional misery for its victims. What factors influence a child to become a bully?

Oct 13, 2009 - Lori Nash

Over the past decade, kids as young as 12 have been getting high by downing large amounts of cough syrup; thousands have been hospitalized; some have died.

Oct 9, 2009 - Lori Nash

A jar of body scrub from a spa or even a discount store can cost as much as $25, but they're easy to make at home. Plus, you decide what goes into them.

Oct 5, 2009 - Lori Nash

Happy couples have learned how to achieve a great connection, lasting intimacy and solid communication based on honesty, respect, appreciation and realistic expectations.

Sep 14, 2009 - Lori Nash

Fresh, sumptuous figs team up with golden honey and balsamic vinegar to produce a delicious sauce that's perfect for chicken, kept simple to let the sauce flavors shine!

Sep 13, 2009 - Lori Nash

Odd conversations, out-of-the-norm behaviors, and unusual kindness and generosity could mean a partner is cheating. Read the specifics here.

Sep 13, 2009 - Lori Nash

High fructose corn syrup digests, absorbs and metabolizes differently from regular sugar, and could be a culprit in our nation's obesity epidemic.

Sep 11, 2009 - Lori Nash

Teen drivers are four times more likely to crash than older drivers, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. That's why rules and limits are crucial.

Sep 2, 2009 - Lori Nash

Cheating. Messing around. Stepping out. No matter what it's called, infidelity is one of the most hurtful and destructive situations that can occur in a relationship.

Aug 16, 2009 - Lori Nash

There seems to be a different cleaning product for every surface in the house - many with harsh chemicals. Learn how to make safe cleaners for a fraction of the cost.

Jul 20, 2009 - Lori Nash

The odds of saving a relationship are increased when couples seek help before problems escalate. Find out what to watch for, and how to choose the right therapist.

Jul 17, 2009 - Lori Nash

When a couple comes together with children from previous relationships, many lifestyle changes will be necessary to avoid hurt, resentment and anger.

Jul 14, 2009 - Lori Nash

Intimacy between romantic partners cannot exist without trust. Trust needs these three things to exist: safety, honesty, and respect.

Jun 29, 2009 - Lori Nash