Category Archives: Mental Health Tips

Maintaining a Positive Relationship with a Loved One Living with Mental Illness

When someone you love is living with a mental health condition, it’s natural to want to fix, correct, or protect. You want to ease their pain. You want to prevent mistakes. You want to make things better. But often, what … Continue reading

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Suicide Prevention Awareness | Top 5 Suicide Questions Answered

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 … Continue reading

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Learning to Eat Again: Bringing Your Appetite Back After an Eating Disorder

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 … Continue reading

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3 Critical Fundamentals of Senior Mental Health

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 … Continue reading

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Do Breathing Techniques Really Help with Anxiety?

“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 … Continue reading

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