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mental health

CBS News highlighted the “Most Stressful American Jobs of 2018”, and they listed a wide range of positions, including: corporate executives, public relations executives, event coordinators, military personnel, and more.  All of these types of work involve intense deadlines, immense pressure, structure and more. One of the most challenging aspects of working in an increasinglyRead More

Hours have gone by. When was the last time you looked at the clock? Have you stood up out of your chair today? You found that sought after, treasured flow state and there’s nothing wrong with that. Now that your flow is fading out, you’re fatigued, the strain is coming on, and you’re slowing down.Read More

Emergency medical technicians, paramedics, firefighters, policemen, and more are all first responders – people who typically are the first to arrive in a series of dangerous events. In addition to the physical demands that are required of these individuals, first responders are also likely to experience traumatic stress, which is associated with tragedies and life-threateningRead More

For many Americans, the workplace is considered a second home; for those in higher-level positions, time at work may even surpass time spent at home. The average American spends approximately 90,000 hours at work over their lifetime – how can these hours affect one’s mental and physical health? An unfortunate yet common occurrence for manyRead More

One person shared their experience of living with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) and their struggle with this in the workplace. They shared their story on The Mighty; here is an excerpt from their story: “I might sit in my car for 20 minutes before I walk into the office, but at least I’m not bringingRead More

Binge eating disorder is having uncontrollable eating habits and you continue these habits despite the negative consequences it can bring to your body. It can mean eating quickly, eating when you are not hungry, eating until you feel uncomfortably bored, feel shame after eating, or feel the need to eat alone so no one canRead More

It’s no secret that regular exercise can have a positive impact on the body, but did you know it can also do wonders for your mental well-being? Burning calories, releasing endorphins, and building community are all aspects of team exercise. One of our favorite activities to benefit mental and physical health is an active sport,Read More

Veterans who sacrifice their lives to defend our country often come back home from combat with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Many veterans with PTSD go untreated and turn to drugs or alcohol to cope with their condition. They often become dependent on or addicted to drugs and alcohol, which puts them at high risk ofRead More

Many people think that alcohol is a useful tool in escaping from your problems or feelings that you want to avoid. According to WebMD, a third of people who suffer from depression also have alcoholism. Alcoholism and depression must be treated together to ensure a successful recovery. It is a common misconception that alcohol willRead More

Domestic abuse occurs when a person is in an intimate relationship or marriage and one tries to dominate the other person. This can happen to any gender, age, ethnicity, and the couple’s history together does not matter. Domestic abuse can destroy your self-worth, make you feel helpless and alone, and even leads to anxiety andRead More