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Emotional support dogs have become wildly popular of late, and with good reason, as many people have found a great deal of comfort and kindness with these beautiful animals. If you suffer from anxiety, an emotional support dog may be an ideal remedy, but there are major lifestyle changes to...
Having an eating disorder is about more than the physical — much of it is mental and emotional as well. Now that you are on the road to recovery emotionally and mentally, it is time to get back on track physically as well. However, it can be pretty difficult to...
Nothing ever truly prepares a person for combat or the hardships of military life. Soldiers quickly learn that they need each other more than anything! They fight for each other and die for each other. Bonds solidify and men stand side-by-side and shoulder-to-shoulder. Soldiers survive because of these bonds in...
The Impact is Real | A Story of Youth Standing for Youth in Mental Health After learning that 1 in 5 students is experiencing a mental health issue, I knew that so many of my classmates are struggling – largely in silence and alone. I feel that if mental health...
Depression is something that can affect anyone. In fact, depression affects a large portion of the population, up to 26% of women and 12% of men. There are a variety of kinds of depression, and symptoms of depression can come on without warning. Some people will deal with depression a...
In an effort to help break down stigmas surrounding mental health, “CBS This Morning” broadcast a special live audience event, “Stop the Stigma: A Conversation About Mental Health.” Guests include “Queer Eye” star Karamo, a former social worker, mental health advocate and relationship expert who will discuss his experience with...
As of November 1, 2019, any prescription, referral, or order for medical tests must be written by a medical professional who is enrolled in the Illinois Medicaid Program Advanced Cloud Technology (IMPACT) program. This change applies to physicians, dentists, podiatrists, optometrists, and any other medical professionals such as physician assistants...
Anne Marie Schlekeway was a mentor, teacher and leader. When you stepped into the room with her, you knew you were in the presence of greatness. She maintained a work-life that left little time for rest or physical fitness. That all changed quickly. At the age of 38, she was...
‘Joker’ is opening with mixed reactions and austerity that could sway the most sane audiences into a frenzy. It has received all types of audience warnings that are ringing in the ears of movie patrons everywhere. It’s tough enough to enjoy a summertime festival without looking over your shoulder in...
Insomnia is a sleep disorder that can severely impact your mental and physical health. Some sufferers can’t fall asleep, while others find they wake in the middle of the night and can’t get back to sleep. After poor sleep, you may find it hard to concentrate or focus, suffer from...
Today, in the Wall Street journal, there are reports that a team of researchers from top medical schools are moving closer to developing a blood test that promises to quickly and accurately help diagnose combat troops with post-traumatic stress disorder, even those who try to hide the effects, the team...
As we age, changes in physical health can affect our outlook on life and our ability to cope with problems. In fact, good mental health is known to decrease loneliness and maintain optimism in seniors. Below are three critical factors in the fight to preserve mental health for seniors. Stay...
When the cars are towed and everyone is safe at home, it’s easy to assume the negative impact of a car crash is over. However, it’s usually just beginning, especially for children. Kids who are in a car accident may show signs of mental health issues, and it’s important to...
Every time we experience a tragedy like this, people with mental illness are drawn into the conversation. The truth is that the vast majority of violence is not perpetrated by people with mental illness. Statements to the contrary only serve to perpetuate stigma and distract from the real issues. NAMI...