The conversation around mental health has improved so much in recent years, and there is a lot more compassion and understanding for the issues that some people suffer with. However, just because we’ve come a long way doesn’t mean we don’t still have further to go. There are a lot of phrases we use everyday…
Feeling upbeat and positive during the cold, dark days of winter can seem like a pretty impossible task for many people. You’re stuck inside, often separated from your friends and other people you love, and the days can just seem to drag on, leading to worsening mental health or seasonal depression. This doesn’t have to…
In the past few years, celebrities of all kinds have been much more open about their struggles with their mental health. Taylor Swift, Bruce Springsteen, Carrie Fisher, Simone Biles, it’s become much more common to see recognizable people publicly discussing the difficulties they face, both because of their unique life and career and because of…
2022 is here, and to ring in the new year, everyone is starting to make their New Year’s resolutions. Maybe you’re planning to train for a marathon, or learn to cook, or to read more books, but whatever is on your list this year, it might be worth considering adding one or two resolutions pertaining…
People in high-stress, demanding fields of work, such as doctors, nurses, firefighters, and police, often face a serious amount of mental and emotional distress as a result of their work. However, this is one of the most overlooked and undiscussed aspects of these types of jobs. The risk of developing depression or anxiety disorders or…
The approach of the holidays means lots of fun and family time, but for many people who already struggle with their mental health, it can also mean an increase in the difficulties they face. The winter holidays are a stressful time, and they can aggravate problems such as anxiety or depression. There are some steps…
With Covid-19 as a continuing problem facing our world, many young people are finding it difficult to emotionally cope with the constant social and political upheaval. Last year, the JED Foundation conducted an online survey of almost 200 college and graduate students asking them to rate their mental health as they prepared for the…
More than just an adorable playmate and companion, dogs come with some pretty powerful mental health benefits. Did you know that caring for dogs (or other pets such as cats, rabbits, and even fish) can ease stress, relieve anxiety, and even encourage weight loss? Dog ownership can have significant positive effects on one’s mental, physical,…
