A diagnosis of an intellectual disability brings about many questions, but often the most prominent is: how do you treat an intellectual disability? Unfortunately, this is a complex question because not everyone’s intellectual disability presents in the same way. Keep reading to understand the variety..
Autism Spectrum Disorder is a condition that relates to brain development and impacts how an individual perceives and socializes with others. According to the Mayo Clinic, the term “spectrum” in autism spectrum disorder refers to the wide range of symptoms and severity. Due to this spectrum,..
Last Updated: August 17, 2026 | Author: Dr. Cristi Bundukamara, PMHNP-BC When you are walking through the darkest seasons of life, being told to “be grateful” can feel deeply offensive. If you have just lost someone you love, the idea of gratitude might..
By Dr. Cristi Bundukamara, EdD PMHNP — As part of the Raising Mentally STRONG Kids program, I developed what I now call “The Growth Wheel”. The Growth Wheel is divided into eight parts. Each part focuses on an area of normal development as we grow and age…
Life can be really hard, and no matter how hard you’re trying, if you feel like you are not getting any better, I want you to know that there are people and interventions that can help you. Even if you feel like you just want..
Last Updated: August 17, 2026 | Author: Dr. Cristi Bundukamara, PMHNP-BC Practicing self-compassion can feel impossible sometimes. If you are struggling to manage all of the stress and tasks in your life, it is incredibly easy to blame yourself. You might feel like you are not..
By Dr. Cristi Bundukamara EdD PMHNP — Do you feel like you are always repeating the same patterns even though you are trying really hard to make changes that positively impact your life? When this is happening, it’s important to remember that you are not..
Last Updated: August 17, 2026 | Author: Dr. Cristi Bundukamara, PMHNP-BC Sometimes it can be incredibly difficult to feel like you are empowering your children. It always feels like there is so much to do, and you just need your kids to cooperate so you can..
By Dr. Cristi Bundukamara EdD PMHNP — Every day you encounter people, and even if it was only a brief interaction with someone, you can choose to turn it in an opportunity for a positive relationship. It is important to take the time to evaluate..
By Dr. Cristi Bundukamara, EdD PMHNP — Let’s try to change our mindset. “Stress is Growth.” As a parent, protecting your child from anxious situations is a natural instinct, but letting a child move through a stressful time can teach them how to handle stress…
By Dr. Cristi Bundukamara EdD PMHNP –The current mental health culture and system surrounding care and treatment for mental illness has failed us. Every day, we hear things like “suicide rates for teens are highest in Colorado” or “access to mental health care is nearly..
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