November is National Family Caregivers Month, where we acknowledge and honor the dedication of family members who provide care to loved ones, often with long hours of juggling demanding responsibilities with little time for themselves. Have you ever heard of “the... 
Stress builds up, frustrations arise, and sometimes you just have a bad day. It’s not uncommon to feel anger or irritation by certain things (or people). While getting annoyed once in a while isn’t a bad thing, it can become a problem if it becomes a pattern. It can... 
Anxiety can manifest itself in many ways, including a panic attack. It is important to recognize the symptoms and know the difference. Some of the most common symptoms of anxiety include feelings of fear or hopelessness, fatigue, sweating, and a lack of concentration.... 
Over 250,000 women get diagnosed with breast cancer each year in the United States, alone. While there have been huge strides in breast cancer research and treatment options, receiving that official diagnosis from a medical professional is never easy. Any type... 
October 2-8 Mental Health Awareness week. Mental health is a huge subject, that is impossible to cover completely in one article However, if you’ve never given much thought to your own mental health, there are some basics to consider that may help you. Mental... 
Depression is the most common mental health condition in the world. While certain groups of people may have greater risk factors for it, it can affect anyone. There appear to be fewer cases of male depression, but one of the reasons behind that is that... 
Anxiety is your body’s response to stress. It’s natural in many ways. But, if you suffer from an anxiety disorder, it can completely take over and make you feel overreactive. The symptoms of anxiety include everything from sweaty palms and trembling to a racing heart,... 
There are plenty of stereotypes about what people go through when dealing with the empty nest transition. When you last child leaves the home, it can feel bittersweet. Of course, you want them to “leave the nest” and create a life for themselves. But, for many... 
September is National Suicide Awareness Month. None of us want to think about losing someone we love due to suicide. Unfortunately, it happens all too often. On average, one person commits suicide every 16.2 minutes. Two-thirds of the people who commit suicide suffer... 
Gratitude practices are tremendously beneficial to our mental heath and well being, but are often misunderstood or thought to be the same thing as positive thinking. There are certainly benefits to thinking positively and getting rid of negative self-talk, but... 
Aug 30th is Grief Awareness Day. Most people think they know what grief is. But, there are so many stereotypes surrounding the process that it is often misunderstood. Grief is a normal, healthy process people experience after a loss. While you might tend to... 
Friendships are crucial to everyone’s well being. Having a social support system, whether it’s in your church, your community, etc., can help to reduce stress, anxiety, and let you know you’re not alone. But, it’s not always easy to put yourself out there and... 