National Suicide Prevention Month September is national suicide prevention month. In the month of September, mental health professionals and advocates work together to raise awareness about suicide and share or create resources available for the public. Mental health professionals and advocates work in effort to destigmatize suicide, which is one of the top leading causes of death around the [...]
Managing Stress to Start the School Year The beginning of the school year can be a very stressful time not only for the students and school staff, but for the entire family. The beginning of the school year is a transition from a free summer to a set schedule with deadlines, a week full of school — along with [...]
5 Summer Activities for Your Mental Wellness Summer is a great time to try new hobbies and activities, and many communities offer a wide range of low-cost or even free activities you can participate in. Trying new activities is a great way to boost your well-being and health. New activities can potentially be a place for you to meet [...]
Celebrating Pride Month and Honoring Your Mental Health June is national pride month across the nation, and many people celebrate for many different reasons. Pride was started in 1969 with the Stonewall Riots that took place in New York City at the Stonewall Inn in an effort to resist against police brutality and the harassment that took place against [...]
What Is the Compact Act and How Does It Affect Veterans? What is the Compact Act? An effort to aid veterans who were honorably discharged with mental crisis assistance, the Compact Act went into effect on January 17, 2023 and looks to help veterans who need mental health assistance in times of crisis. The Compact Act allows veterans to [...]
The Importance of Alcohol Addiction Awareness Alcohol is commonly misused, and many people don’t realize how common alcohol abuse actually is. Alcohol is one of the leading causes of preventable death in the United States. Not only can alcohol cause death from accidents and poor choices, but, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), alcohol also [...]
How to Improve Your Self-Esteem Self-esteem is the way you view yourself — how you feel about yourself. Some people struggle to think highly of themselves, while others may find it to be quite easy. Your self-esteem may change with your many seasons of life. It is important to make time for yourself and to appreciate yourself for who [...]
Utilizing Recreational Therapy for Mental Health Author: Kaylah Gearhart Recreational therapy utilizes recreational type treatment services to benefit the overall health of a patient. Recreational therapy activities can include, but are not limited to crafts, games, sports, animal therapy, dance, music, art and community outings. There are numerous benefits of utilizing recreational therapy and activities in both individual and [...]
What is Seasonal Affective Disorder? Seasonal affective disorder is a form of depression. This is a period where someone may feel down or unlike themselves. But this is not just limited to certain seasons — this feeling can happen to many people throughout the year and can be caused by many different factors. Seasonal affective disorder also known as [...]
The holiday season can be a very stressful time for many people. It is a busy time of the year that can bring people out of their day-to-day routines. For some, this can feel even more stressful. While taking care of your mental health all year is extremely important, it is even more important that you take time to [...]
