Blake Pennington

Blake Pennington

Embracing Mental Health Awareness Month

Together, we can bring the attention needed to embracing mental health, understanding the resources available to us and actually utilizing those resources as we become a better version of ourselves.  Take Care of Yourself Life has numerous ups and downs. Some are solvable on your own, but others not so much and you may need … Read More

Autism Spectrum Disorder Awareness

Autism Spectrum Disorder Awareness

In support of Autism Awareness Month BHS is raising awareness for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). During the month of April, our goal is to increase the awareness and knowledge of Autism, and impart information about the importance of early diagnosis and early intervention.  What is Autism Spectrum Disorder? Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental … Read More

Keeping Your Work and Life Balanced

Keeping Your Work and Life Balanced

It can be a struggle to balance work with other areas of your life, often described as work-life balance. Learning new ways to handle things will help you achieve that important balance. Below are ideas to help you bring your work and life into balance. Manage Your Time. Avoid procrastination. For many people, most of the … Read More

Simple Tips for Making and Sticking to a Budget

Simple Tips for Making and Sticking to a Budget

Making and sticking to a budget is a key step towards getting a handle on your personal finances. Getting started can be the hardest part, especially if it feels out of your control. Follow these easy steps to create a budget that works for you: Step 1: Figure out where your money comes from. The first … Read More

Tips to Ease Seasonal Depression

Tips to Ease Seasonal Depression

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that is related to changes in seasons. SAD begins and ends around the same time every year so don’t brush off that feeling as simply a case of the “winter blues” or a seasonal funk you have to tough out on your own. Take steps to … Read More

Five Ways to Take Care of Your Mental Health This Holiday Season

Five Ways to Take Care of Your Mental Health This Holiday Season

We all feel stressed from time to time during the holiday season – the pressure to attend social events, give gifts, travel and more that can take a toll on one’s mental health. In fact, a poll conducted by the American Psychological Association found that nearly 25% of Americans report feeling extreme stress during the … Read More

Diabetes Awareness: Living with Diabetes

Diabetes Awareness: Living with Diabetes

There is no cure for diabetes, but it can be managed. Balancing the food you eat with exercise and medicine (if prescribed) will help you control your weight and can keep your blood glucose in the healthy range. In addition, it is important that someone living with diabetes focuses on their mental health and wellness. In people … Read More

Cancer Risk: What the Numbers Mean

Cancer Risk: What the Numbers Mean

You might wonder about your chances of developing cancer. News reports can make it sound as if every day something is found to dramatically raise your risk. Sorting through all the information and figuring out what’s valid can be tricky. What is risk? When scientists talk about risk, they’re referring to a probability – the … Read More

World Mental Health Day: October 10, 2022

World Mental Health Day: October 10, 2022

World Mental Health Day is observed on October 10 every year, with the aim of raising awareness of mental health issues, creating positive changes that support people, improving mental health outcomes and eliminating stigma. Each of us can make an effort to ensure that people dealing with mental health problems can live better lives with … Read More

Caring for your Mental Health - Your BHS Benefits

Caring for your Mental Health – Your BHS Benefits

Mental health includes emotional, psychological and social well-being. Self-care can play a role in maintaining your mental health and help support your treatment and recovery if you have a mental illness. Self-care means taking the time to do things that help you live well and improve both your physical health and mental health. When it … Read More