Sharing Our Knowledge With You
As researchers, educators and therapists, we work with our clients and PARTNER TO SEE CHANGE. Browse our behavioral health resources for psychoeducational content grounded in the latest research and developed for you by our expert clinicians. Here, you will find our popular Tips of the Month and Clinical Science Insights publication series, you can hear podcasts and watch webinars on a variety of themes, read topical articles from our therapists and learn about our latest publications.
How to Talk to Someone You Think is Experiencing Suicidal Thoughts
Suspecting a loved one might be having thoughts of suicide can be scary. Many people are worried they may say the wrong thing and make the situation worse, which leads them to saying nothing, or feeling unprepared when their loved one discloses their thoughts and feelings. Desire to avoid this conversation is natural. However, this avoidance is not helpful to either person.…
The Loss-Sadness Connection
Here’s an easy way to boost your child’s emotional intelligence (EQ): teach them about the loss-sadness connection.
Alexandra Solomon Highlights New Book on NBC Chicago's Chicago Today
Dr. Alexandra Solomon of The Family Institute at Northwestern University was featured on NBC Chicago's Chicago Today to highlight her new book, Love Every Day: 365 Relational Self-Awareness Practices to Help Your Relationship Heal, Grow, and Thrive. In the book Dr. Solomon offers daily practices to cultivate a compassionate approach to your relationships with others, as well…
Michael Goldstone and Alexandra Solomon Featured in Vox Article on Gossip
A TikTok trend has emerged in which a video creator will eavesdrop on random gossipers in public, and then share what was said with their audience in hopes of finding the subject of the gossip to warn them of what their friends have to say. While these videos aim to shame the subjects that are gossiping, what they fail to recognize is that complaining and gossiping about…
Amber Przybyla Interviewed for Chicago Health Article on Teenagers and Risk Taking
Teenagers are prone to taking irresponsible, even dangerous risks. But some of that risk-taking is healthy, teaching them how to become independent, responsible adults. In a recent Chicago Health Magazine article, Amber Przybyla, LPC, ATR of The Family Institute offers advice to caregivers on how they can steer teens to healthier risk-taking activities, and act as a…
Darren Moore Featured in Pure Wow Article on Postpartum Depression in Men
Often times, postpartum depression (PPD) is thought of as something that women exclusively deal with upon welcoming a new baby into the world. What's less talked about is the prevalence of PPD amongst new dads. Darren Moore, Ph.D., LMFT of The Family Institute at Northwestern University recently spoke to PureWow about the prevalence of PPD in men, the warning signs, treatment…
Samuel Allen Interviewed for Yahoo! Life Article on When a Parent Comes Out as LGBTQ
When a parent comes out to a child, it can be challenging for all members of the family. It’s a huge transition with many steps to navigate: the first conversation, possible separation from one’s spouse, coming to terms with a parent’s evolving identity and deciding how and if children choose to tell others. Samuel Allen, Ph.D. of The Family Institute at Northwestern…
Anthony Chambers Featured in New York Times' "Best Relationship Advice We've Gotten So Far" Article
Anthony Chambers, Ph.D., ABPP was featured in a New York Times article titled "The Best Relationship Advice We've Gotten So Far This Year" for his advice on "phubbing," which is ignoring a partner in favor of your phone. In the article, he speaks to the importance of not letting resentment of feeling snubbed by your partner's phone simmer. “As soon as you’re starting to…