Current data indicates that mental health conditions affect at least one in every five children and adolescents, and possibly more than half of people under age 21. If you’re a parent, that might cause you to worry — How do you know if your child has a mental health problem? How can you help them … Continue reading How to talk to your kids about mental health
Over the past several decades, there has been a fast migration into cities as our societies get more industrialized, more urban and more digital. We’ve grown accustomed to spending our time indoors behind screens. But have we been hurting our brains in the process? Have we been missing out on the protective factors that nature … Continue reading How nature can improve your mental health
It’s time we talk openly about a condition that affects more women than you might realize — postpartum depression. It often starts something like this… Here you are. Mother of two. Living the dream. Two weeks ago, you delivered your second baby, your newest miracle. Of course, you aren’t sleeping well, but that you … Continue reading How to recognize the signs of postpartum depression
In this fast-paced world, we are always on, always going, always doing — and always feeling the pressure to do more. But as we grapple with a growing mental health crisis, it’s time to prioritize self-care and self-compassion. Here are 9 simple ways to show yourself some love today. 1. Take a break. For many … Continue reading 9 ways to practice self-love for your mental health
This is one of six articles in the Business of Health Care series. While advances and setbacks in cancer research and weight loss seem to grab most of the health headlines, there is a massive healthcare problem in America that doesn’t get nearly the same publicity — behavioral health disorders. Nationally, about one in five … Continue reading Business of Health Care: Making behavioral health a priority
As most of us know, obesity is linked to chronic illnesses such as heart disease and diabetes. But that’s not all. Studies have found that excess weight can be linked to many other harmful health issues, as well. Here are the four leading health issues that can develop as a result of obesity and how they … Continue reading Obesity and its harmful side effects
When it comes to depression, one of the things I always make very clear to people who are struggling is that there is nothing wrong with you. You are not alone. You are not weak. There has been a progressive increase in the incidence of major depression over the last 70 years, with 17 percent … Continue reading When depression hits home, know you are not alone
The devastating news of Robin Williams’ death sparked a robust national discussion about depression and suicide. But a recent public statement from his family revealed that Mr. Williams was also in the early stages of Parkinson’s disease. That, in turn, shifted the conversation to the potential link between Parkinson’s and depression, anxiety and other mental health problems. Recent Parkinson’s … Continue reading Watch: The connection between mental health and Parkinson’s disease
Any suicide is an imponderable, if not unconscionable thing. It becomes all the more difficult to grasp in the life of one who seemingly has it all. Robin Williams had talent, success, fame and wealth. He had around him people who loved him, who cared for him quite deeply. There were, undoubtedly, many who would … Continue reading Isolation: The true culprit behind Robin Williams’ suicide
Traumatic events change us. Without exception, traumatic events have powerful effects on those who endure them. This may include the loss of a loved one, serious medical issues, military combat, natural disasters, etc. What can vary are our responses to those events. We can stuff it and prolong the suffering, or we can find ways … Continue reading How to Find Healing after Traumatic Events
