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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
Cyberbullying is bullying or harassment that happens online. It can happen in an e-mail, a text message, a game, or on a social networking site. It might involve spreading rumors or images posted on someone’s profile or passed around for others to see, or creating a group or page to make a person feel left … Read More
Everyone deserves access to the support they need when they need it – and that includes mental health support. Available now, anyone facing a mental health crisis can call 988 and be connected to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. The line is staffed with mental health professionals who can provide guidance and support. The phone … Read More