Resources for Older Adults Experiencing Loneliness and Isolation Guest Post by Celeste Murray Community Outreach and Senior Advocate, www.caring.com According to a report published by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine (NASEM), nearly 25% of adults aged 65 …
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Mental Health
Caregivers Can Use These Strategies for Meaningful Self-Improvement
Caring for others requires an immense reserve of patience and empathy. Remember that caring for yourself is not an act of selfishness but a necessity.
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A Caregiver’s Guide to Coping with Stress and Burnout
Caregiver burnout refers to mental, emotional, & physical exhaustion developed as a result of responsibilities of supporting & caring for another individual.
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Take a hike
Take a Hike Post by Jen Hoffman, LPC This morning, I went for a walk for the first time in a long time. I needed mental and social rest after a long weekend of planning, presenting, and in a way–performing. …
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7 tips for overcoming the dreaded winter blues
Struggling with seasonal depression? Here are 7 tips for coping with winter blues: It’s that time of year in Ohio when it’s cold, dark, and just meh. Many people struggle during these months and find themselves feeling down, sluggish, and …
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How the Gig Economy Can Help Individuals with Mental Health Disorders
How the Gig Economy Can Help Individuals with Mental Health Disorders Guest Post by Melissa Howard, StopSuicide.info Mental health disorders like anxiety and depression can affect every area of life. Sometimes, they can make working a traditional nine-to-five very difficult. …
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Can a Messy House Affect Your Health?
Can a Messy House Affect Your Health? Guest Post by Melissa Howard, StopSuicide.info There is increasing evidence to suggest that a messy house affects both mental and physical health. In fact, a messy home can make you more susceptible …
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Suicide Prevention: Seek Ways to Combat Depression and Sadness
Suicide Prevention: Seek Ways to Combat Depression and Sadness Guest Post by Melissa Howard, StopSuicide.info The National Institute of Mental Health describes suicide as, “Death caused by self-directed behavior with intent to die…” And each year, more than 44,000 …
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7 Common Suicide Warning Signs
7 Common Suicide Warning Signs Guest Post by Melissa Howard, StopSuicide.info Have you recently noticed someone close to you who is struggling with depression and showing concerning signs? They may be considering suicide, but it’s not too late to …
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Social Media’s Affect on Our Mental Health and How to Cope
About ten months ago, I came across a blogger’s post in which she described her own experience of becoming envious of the people she followed on social media and more critical and unsatisfied with her own life. She discussed how …
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