Discussing mental health in the workplace is crucial since it dramatically impacts our lives. For example, when employees experience stress or anxiety, it can significantly affect their productivity, creativity, and job satisfaction. In contrast, addressing mental health concerns in the workplace creates an environment that is positive, supportive, and empowering for employees. Addressing mental healthContinue reading “Why It’s Important to Talk About Mental Health in the Workplace”
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The Connection Between Exercise and Mental Health
I try to be more health-conscious in my life, and I’ve always been intrigued by the correlation between exercise and mental health. Through my personal experience, I have realized that regular exercise helps me maintain my physical health and positively impacts my mental well-being. Extensive research has shown that exercise can significantly reduce symptoms ofContinue reading “The Connection Between Exercise and Mental Health”
The Power of Mindfulness and How It Can Improve Your Mental Health
Are you familiar with the concept of mindfulness? It is a practice that involves being fully present and engaged at the moment without judgment or distraction. Research has proven that mindfulness has numerous benefits for mental health, such as reducing stress and anxiety, improving mood, and enhancing overall well-being. One of the ways that mindfulnessContinue reading “The Power of Mindfulness and How It Can Improve Your Mental Health”
Twenty-Four Hours a Day Thursday, March 23
Thought for the DayStrength comes from the fellowship you find when you come into A.A. Just being with men and women who have found the way out gives you a feeling of security. You listen to the speakers, you talk with other members, and you absorb the atmosphere of confidence and hope that you findContinue reading “Twenty-Four Hours a Day Thursday, March 23”
Twenty-Four Hours a Day Monday Mar 20
Thought for the Day When we were drinking, we used to worry about the future. Worry is terrible mental punishment. What’s going to become of me? Where will I end up? In the gutter or the sanitarium? We can see ourselves slipping, getting worse and worse, and we wonder what the finish will be. SometimesContinue reading “Twenty-Four Hours a Day Monday Mar 20”
Twenty-Four Hours a Day Friday Mar 17
AAA Thought for the Day A.A. also helps us to hang onto sobriety. By having regular meetings so that we can associate with other alcoholics who have come through that same door in the wall, by encouraging us to tell the story of our own sad experiences with alcohol, and by showing us how toContinue reading “Twenty-Four Hours a Day Friday Mar 17”
MARCH 17TH – FOOD FOR THOUGHT
“Feeling defeated can work for the best or the worst. The good thing is you can choose to learn from your mistakes and move forward. Or you can wallow in self-pity.” ―Joshua Bridges “You don’t have to be our worst case, to be a worthy case.” ― Courtney Summers “I have not failed. I’ve justContinue reading “MARCH 17TH – FOOD FOR THOUGHT”
THE WORLD ACCORDING TO MISTER ROGERS
Most of us, I believe, admire strength. It’s something we tend to respect in others, desire for ourselves, and wish for our children. Sometimes, though, I wonder if we confuse strength with other words-like, like aggression and even violence. Real strength is neither male nor female, but it is, quite simply, one of the finestContinue reading “THE WORLD ACCORDING TO MISTER ROGERS”
Start Taking Care Of You
It can be tough to do everyday things when dealing with mental health. Just getting out of bed can be a struggle. It is essential to set a schedule for your day. Start getting up every day at the same time. Make your bed before doing anything. Making your bed will give you a senseContinue reading “Start Taking Care Of You”
What Makes Someone a Mental Health Advocate?
I consider myself a mental health advocate, but what does that actually mean? It probably means different things to different people, but let’s chat … What Makes Someone a Mental Health Advocate?
Perceived threat, PTSD and the vagus nerve
The new study, published by researchers at UC San Diego in the journal, Brain Stimulation, has investigated the effect that the nervous system might have on mechanisms of PTSD and trauma in the brain by practicing ‘non-invasive stimulation’ of the vagus nerve in participants who then had a series of brain scans via fMRI. OneContinue reading “Perceived threat, PTSD and the vagus nerve”
Understanding Drug Use and Addiction DrugFacts
Many people don’t understand why or how other people become addicted to drugs. They may mistakenly think that those who use drugs lack moral principles or willpower and that they could stop their drug use simply by choosing to. In reality, drug addiction is a complex disease, and quitting usually takes more than good intentionsContinue reading “Understanding Drug Use and Addiction DrugFacts”
Is Substance Use a Part of “Normal” Teen Behavior?
We immunize. We require seat belts in the car and helmets while biking. We insist on sunscreen. We do just about everything we can to ensure that our kids are healthy, safe, and primed for success. But when it comes to drinking alcohol or even smoking marijuana, why does it seem so easy to shrugContinue reading “Is Substance Use a Part of “Normal” Teen Behavior?”
The World According To Mr. Rogers
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The World According to Mister Rogers
Some days, doing “the best we can” may still fall short of what we would like to be able to do, but life isn’t perfect-on any front-and doing what we can with what we have is the most we should expect of ourselves or anyone else. -Fred Rogers TO LEAVE A COMMENT SCROLL DOWN
Major Depression
What is depression? Depression is a serious mood disorder that affects your whole body including your mood and thoughts. It touches every part of your life. It’s important to know that depression is not a weakness or character flaw. It’s a chemical imbalance in your brain that needs to be treated. If you have oneContinue reading “Major Depression”
8 Depression Symptoms You Shouldn’t Ignore
To help you recognize depression that warrants concern, whether in yourself or a loved one, here are eight depression symptoms — some of which you might even find surprising — that you shouldn’t ignore. Trouble sleeping Although depression can sap energy and motivation during the day, a person may often lie awake at night, unable toContinue reading “8 Depression Symptoms You Shouldn’t Ignore”
How relationship anxiety could play havoc with your love life
It’s not easy to commit to something new and this applies to our relationships too. When the magical allure of the initial attraction wears off, and when it’s time to decide whether you want to be with this person or not, a brief period of indecisiveness is quite normal. But for many people, this periodContinue reading “How relationship anxiety could play havoc with your love life”
Court listened to AMA on defining alcoholism as a disease, not a crime
Tanya Albert Henry Contributing News Writer Alcoholism wasn’t always seen as a disease needing treatment, and the American Medical Association’s work was on the forefront of changing how the court system viewed and treated those who cannot control their alcohol consumption. Over the years, the U.S. Supreme Court has looked to AMA policies and an amicus briefContinue reading “Court listened to AMA on defining alcoholism as a disease, not a crime”
What is Zuclopenthixol?
Introduction Zuclopenthixol (brand names Cisordinol, Clopixol and others), also known as zuclopentixol, is a medication used to treat schizophrenia … What is Zuclopenthixol?
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