A variety of factors can lead to the holiday blues, but it’s also important to know when symptoms are a sign of major depression or anxiety. Although the holidays are a time of joy for many, they can also trigger…
Read More >Some steps to take… Don’t drink alcohol or use drugs. They can make your mood worse. Stick to a routine. Try to go to bed, wake up, and exercise at the same time every day. Don’t make major life changes…
Read More >Everyone experiences periods of stress, sadness, grief and conflict, so when you’re feeling off it can be hard to know if it’s time to see a professional about the problem. And apparently, those who would benefit from some therapeutic intervention…
Read More >It is normal to be scared, distressed, or angry when you hear about a disease outbreak. Be careful not to turn fear and anger towards people who have become sick. Ask yourself: Would I think or do the same thing if…
Read More >THE STORY Mental health struggles can be tough. So is dealing with the stigma that comes with them. STIGMA…REMIND ME. It’s a negative perception or stereotype. And it’s a pretty common problem. It can also affect whether people decide to…
Read More >Why the misunderstanding? Mental health conditions are not the only illnesses to suffer from stigma: AIDS, leprosy and obesity are others. However, Princess Diana shook hands and shook the world at the same time. Antibiotics took care of leprosy and…
Read More >It is no secret that divorce and depression often go hand in hand. If you are struggling with the emotional loss and grief of divorce, you may become depressed. Depression after divorce is very common, even among those who ended…
Read More >Every day, at least nine people die and 100 more are injured on American roads in distracted driving crashes caused by communication technology. Cell phones, dashboard touchscreens, voice commands and other in-vehicle technologies that pose a threat to safety, according…
Read More >Know the facts – Educate yourself about mental health problems. Learn the facts instead of the myths. Be aware of your attitudes and behavior – Most or maybe all of us have grown up with prejudices and judgmental thinking. But…
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