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Mental Health and Your Sleep
The saying, “They woke up on the wrong side of the bed,” has some truth behind it. Sleep is very much connected to mental and emotional health and has been linked to depression, anxiety, and other conditions. Mental health conditions tend to make it harder to sleep for some, and we know poor sleep, including…
Suicide Awareness & Mental Health
Suicide is not inevitable for anyone. We can prevent suicides and save lives by starting a conversation, providing support, and helping those who need it. People who have access to mental health services and receive support from caring friends and family are less likely than those who are socially isolated to act on suicidal thoughts….
Talking to Your Kids About Drugs & Alcohol
When it comes to having to talk to our adolescents about alcohol and other drugs, most parents are hesitant because of the typical thinking that if we talk about it, they are more likely to use it. Statistically, if you’re having open and honest conversations with your child, the likelihood of them using substances goes…
Understanding Anxiety: Recognition & Management
Author: Diane Flick, LCSWWe all have fear. Fear is a normal emotional response to specific threats or danger. Anxiety related to fear, however, is a response to “possible” threats rather than something specific happening. Anxiety can be described as a fear that something bad may happen. People may get anxious or have anxiety about a…