As the holidays approach and another year comes to an end, many enter a period of reflection. Reflection can offer an opportunity to revel in the events of the year, or it can cause us to be consumed with self-doubt and regret. Fortunately, the challenges that come with managing depression during the holidays are not … Read More
In the aftermath of a loved one’s suicide, you might feel like you can’t go on or that you’ll never enjoy life again. In truth, you might always wonder why it happened — and reminders might trigger painful feelings even years later. Eventually, however, the raw intensity of your grief will fade. The tragedy of … Read More
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), every 40 seconds, someone loses their life to suicide. Join us in raising awareness of suicide, the impact it has on people around the world and the role each of us can play to help prevent it. One of the major causes of suicide is mental illness, which … Read More
What’s the difference between mental health and mental illness? Sometimes the answer is clear, but often the distinction between mental health and mental illness isn’t so obvious. For example, if you’re afraid of giving a speech in public, does it mean you have a mental health condition or a run-of-the-mill case of nerves? Or, when … Read More
Over 40,000 people die by suicide each year in the United States, resulting in the 10th leading cause of death. Suicide is complicated and tragic, but is often preventable. Knowing the warning signs for suicide and how to get help can save lives. While the subject can be difficult to approach, it is important that … Read More
Do you recall the last time you helped someone by performing an act of kindness? Remember the feeling of joy it gave you and the extra pep in your step? Evidence shows that helping others is beneficial to your mental and physical health. Putting other people’s needs before our own can reduce stress and improve … Read More
Culture & Self-Cultural Awareness Culture includes people with common origins, customs and styles of living, who share a sense of identity and language. Their common experiences shape their values, goals, expectations, beliefs, perceptions and behavior. You identify with a culture that represents your experience, but so does everyone you come in contact with. Workplace Diversity … Read More
When an individual or a community experiences a tragedy, such as a natural disaster resulting from a tornado or hurricane, one can expect that there will be a period of emotional recovery. How long that takes is not measured by debris removal, but by emotional restoration. And, how individuals respond is based upon variables, such … Read More
Mental health is just as important to our lives as our physical health Mental Health is not the same thing as the absence of a mental illness. Mental health includes How you feel about yourself, the world and your life Your ability to solve problems and overcome challenges Your ability to build relationships with others … Read More
Plenty of working Americans experience anxiety every day at work. This can interfere with your work life considerably, impacting your performance, relationships with others, quality of work, attendance, and morale. The causes are different for each person, but the symptoms are often similar and include: Excessive worry Difficulty concentrating Irritability Trouble falling or staying asleep … Read More