<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[The Conative Group]]></title><description><![CDATA[We offer a variety of psychological services for adults, teens, children and families in Houston, Texas and telehealth (virtual) throughout USA.]]></description><link>https://www.theconativegroup.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 18:02:41 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.theconativegroup.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[The Hidden Side of ADHD in Girls]]></title><description><![CDATA[ADHD in girls is often misunderstood—not because it’s rare, but because it doesn’t always look the way people expect.]]></description><link>https://www.theconativegroup.com/post/the-hidden-side-of-adhd-in-girls</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cee717719295076f2d2dc8</guid><category><![CDATA[ADHD]]></category><category><![CDATA[emotions]]></category><category><![CDATA[feelings]]></category><category><![CDATA[self-reflection]]></category><category><![CDATA[awareness]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 22:16:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d3a3a3_e6656706c341453f95083707c6f4504f~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dr. Kimberly Harrison, Founder &amp; Clinical Psychologist </dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reflecting on your 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sometimes our lives can so fast-paced that we don’t give ourselves the time to think about our lives. ]]></description><link>https://www.theconativegroup.com/post/reflecting-on-your-2025</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6944de563ab38da7fa5bbe4a</guid><category><![CDATA[holidays]]></category><category><![CDATA[health & wellness]]></category><category><![CDATA[productivity]]></category><category><![CDATA[goals]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 14:00:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d3a3a3_f981b15a09ce45658a47ab185d88377e~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jack Wang, LPC-A</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Neuroplasticity and the Practice of Gratitude: Unlocking the Brain’s Potential for Well-being]]></title><description><![CDATA[In recent years, the concept of neuroplasticity has revolutionized our understanding of the brain’s capacity to change and adapt throughout life. Neuroplasticity refers to the brain’s remarkable ability to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections in response to experiences, learning, or environmental changes. Coupled with practices such as gratitude, neuroplasticity offers powerful insights into how intentional mental habits can foster emotional resilience, improve mental health,...]]></description><link>https://www.theconativegroup.com/post/neuroplasticity-and-the-practice-of-gratitude-unlocking-the-brain-s-potential-for-well-being</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69386474604b7e5bc38b435d</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 19:03:28 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d3a3a3_f62093c77a7440c0bced7948a00dc19c~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Patricia R. 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Children and adults alike eagerly await quality time with loved ones and the arrival of cooler weather. ]]></description><link>https://www.theconativegroup.com/post/holiday-survival-guide</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69118340d588c50c0e5f763e</guid><category><![CDATA[holidays]]></category><category><![CDATA[self-care]]></category><category><![CDATA[anxiety]]></category><category><![CDATA[mental health]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d3a3a3_b3e69d176a2a40479ff147be7a5fc9c1~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dr. Katherine Latimer, Ph.D</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Make Doing Tasks Fun! Using External Rewards and Creativity for Individuals with ADHD]]></title><description><![CDATA[Whether you are a parent, teacher, therapist, friend of a friend, or a curious cat, you may have experienced the struggle of making task completion less… boring. 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