Helpful Tools

 ACEs are adverse childhood experiences that harm children’s developing brains and lead to changing how they respond to stress and damaging their immune systems so profoundly that the effects show up decades later. ACEs cause much of our burden of chronic disease, most mental illness, and are at the root of most violence (from ACEs Science 101/acestoohigh.com). 

Complete the expanded ACEs questionnaire to see what implications your childhood experiences may be having on your current functioning.

 What are the positive relationships and experiences of your childhood that may have played an important role in counteracting your ACEs, and may still play a significant role in your ability to endure and overcome challenges or adversity? Complete the questionnaire and  find out. 

Anxiety, depression, or other ways of responding to stress can intensify the challenge of navigating the college experience. Performance and success can even be compromised without adequate support. Support is available, however, and success is absolutely possible! Intelligent.com offers practical and useful guidance and resources to empower students and support their best outcomes. Click on the link for access. 

It is widely known that veterans are uniquely susceptible to a variety of mental health challenges associated with the nature and stresses of their work. Camp Lejeune Claims Center offers insight into the mental health challenges faced by veterans and the resources available to address them. Select the link to view this information.

When one's employment history has been negatively impacted by Substance Use Disorder (SUD), it can be difficult to regain employment stability, once in recovery. Resume Builder helps to bridge that gap by offering valuable guidance as well as practical resources to assist in regaining a viable place in the workforce. Just click the link below.

 Do you know your partner's inner world? This is the basis of deep friendships and foundational to healthy relationships. Try this questionnaire and see how well you know your partner. 

Fondness and admiration are key qualities for lasting relationships. How present is fondness and admiration in your relationship? Take the quiz and find out.

A strong romantic bond is an important component of strong couple relationships.  Take this quiz and see how strong your romantic bond is.

The Four Horsemen are defenses we use in conflict situations. For couples, constant use of the Horsemen can strain and ruin relationships. See what they are and how they can be managed.

Mindfulness is helpful for stress reduction, relaxation, impulse control, and overall wellness. Try out these meditations from Help Guide.