Collaborative Minds Blog

Education to empower your mental health journey.

Finals Season Survival Guide: Tips for Kids & Parents
Dalia Kushnir Dalia Kushnir

Finals Season Survival Guide: Tips for Kids & Parents

Finals season can feel overwhelming for both kids and their parents. As tests and project deadlines pile up, many students experience stress, self-doubt, and even burnout. But with the right kind of support, your child doesn’t have to face it alone. Keep reading for tips to help ensure that your child feels confident, supported, and prepared during this high-pressure time of year.

Read More
Relax & Recharge: The Mental Health Benefits of Spring Break & How to Maximize Them
Nicole Ivelevitch Nicole Ivelevitch

Relax & Recharge: The Mental Health Benefits of Spring Break & How to Maximize Them

With the days getting longer and warm weather approaching, Spring Break offers a much-needed respite from the routine hustle and bustle of daily life. But it's not just a chance to soak up some sun; it's a vital opportunity to prioritize your mental well-being. Keep reading for tips on how to make the most of your Spring Break for your mental health. 

Read More
Back to School and Overwhelmed with Assignments? Steal My Hack to Help Get Organized 
Sara Schreiber Sara Schreiber

Back to School and Overwhelmed with Assignments? Steal My Hack to Help Get Organized 

I think everyone can agree that one of the most difficult parts about being a student is keeping track of everything for all of your classes; between homework assignments, projects, exams, and more, it can start to feel really overwhelming (Raise your hand if you’ve ever walked into a class and said, “Wait, that was due TODAY?” 🙋) This can be especially daunting if you’re someone who struggles with anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, or other executive functioning disorders. Keep reading to hear what I did to help get myself organized and ultimately set myself up for academic success.

Read More