by Carrie | Sep 21, 2021 | Individuals
If there ever was a “golden age” of stress and anxiety, it probably began in March 2020. No matter where you stand on all that’s happened, you’ve likely been and are still very stressed from the effects of COVID-19 and the other issues we’ve experienced. A global...
by Carrie | Sep 3, 2021 | Individuals, Military & Veterans, Teens
Everyone gets stressed. And dealing with it is a normal and inevitable part of life. In most cases, daily stress is helpful. It guides you away from unnecessary risks and helps you remain self-aware. These days, however, we are more inundated with stress than ever...
by Carrie | Aug 18, 2021 | Family, Teens
Although you’re not 100% sure, you might suspect that your teen is anxious. Lately, your child has been a little “off.” They seem moodier and hole up in their room most of the time. On the one hand, you understand this is normal teenage behavior. On the other hand,...
by Carrie | Jul 31, 2021 | Individuals, Military & Veterans, Teens
It’s not breaking news that physical exercise has many benefits. However, it’s not all about getting six-pack abs or buns of steel. Your workout routine does much more than shape, lift, and tone. It can enhance your mental health in multiple ways. Sure, plenty of you...
by Carrie | Jul 11, 2021 | Individuals, Military & Veterans, Teens
Happiness and depression should be opposite ends of the spectrum. After all, if you’re happy, then you shouldn’t be depressed, right? Not so fast. It’s not uncommon for people to appear happy on the outside but still be depressed on the inside. There’s a term that...
by Carrie | Jun 27, 2021 | Individuals, Military & Veterans, Teens
Americans seem to have a tug-of-war relationship with sleep. It seems that a new sleep-related benefit is discovered each month — followed by a slew of clickbait articles. The next phase of the cycle is the multiple pledges from people wishing to settle into regular...
by Carrie | Jun 12, 2021 | Individuals, Military & Veterans, Teens
Identifying mental health issues is not like identifying a physical problem. Both efforts can be challenging, but there are typically more obstacles when dealing with a psychological disorder. Take depression, for example. Everyone feels blue at times. Scroll through...
by Carrie | May 29, 2021 | Individuals, Military & Veterans, Teens
More than 16 million adults struggle with major depressive disorder in the United States. It’s been studied in-depth and more people are aware of depression than ever before. Yet, many myths still persist when it comes to depression. These include how it develops and...
by Carrie | Apr 25, 2021 | Individuals, Military & Veterans, Teens
The terms anxiety and depression have become very commonplace in our modern discussion, especially when people use them in professional articles, online blog posts, and even social media feeds. This exposure can give us a sense of confidence that we truly understand...
by Carrie | Apr 12, 2021 | Family, Individuals, Military & Veterans, Teens
To say that the COVID-19 pandemic has been a challenging experience from a mental health standpoint would be an understatement. According to an article published by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in August 2020, over 5,000 people responded...
