COVID-19 is affecting everyone. It has become a health crisis that threatens our physical and psychological well-being. Even if we’re lucky enough to steer clear of the disease, we’re nonetheless socially distanced, our work may have dried up or completely changed, businesses around us are closing, and our children are...
There are many questions we ask ourselves about suicide. The biggest question for families and loved ones left behind by someone who commits suicide is always, “WHY?” Why would they do that? How could I have prevented it? The only real way to prevent it is to learn more and...
Although the moniker ‘eating disorder’ specifically mentions eating, eating disorders are about far more than food; they are a range of psychological conditions that result in unhealthy eating habits. Eating disorders are surprisingly prevalent; in the U.S. alone, 20 million women and 10 million men are estimated to have suffered...
Many of us are now working at home to slow the spread of COVID-19 and practice effective social distancing. The health and wellness of employees, customers and other stakeholders are employers’ top priority, so many of us are deployed using a remote work plan. While some industries have used flexible...
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...
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...
“Take a deep breath.” This is probably a phrase you’ve heard directed at someone who’s angry, overwhelmed, shocked, or, in laymen’s terms, “freaking out.” While it may come across as simple advice, utilizing mindful and properly executed breathing techniques have been scientifically proven to help to ease your anxiety. Here...
Yoga is a “no-brainer” for people that do and don’t like to exercise! Why? Yoga is like fitness, and it is not like fitness. It resembles fitness because it strengthens your body and tones it. It is not like fitness, because it is much more than that. Yoga is a...
The holiday season can bring much joy but can also bring sadness, stress, and loneliness. You can take charge and prevent stress and holiday depression with these 7 Tips to Eliminate Holiday Depression & Blues.