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Recovery is a Journey

Recovery, whether from an addiction or a mental illness, doesn’t happen overnight, and the path to recovery can be a truly challenging journey. Keeping in mind that the struggle is part of the process — and remembering that taking it […]

Alzheimer’s Awareness: Taking Action to Reduce Your Risk

This month is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month. Worldwide, more than 55 million people are living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia, with more than 6 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s. Researchers around the world have spent years determining whether there […]

Recognizing the Symptoms of PTSD in Others

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can impact anyone after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. June is PTSD Awareness Month, which is especially important as many people throughout our nation, including children and members of […]

The Easy Way to Train Your Staff

Employee training is a must in almost every industry, and especially within the healthcare field. Keeping up with the mandatory requirements for your agency’s license and accreditation can be a struggle for many, taking up hours and hours with some […]

Why Authenticity is Key to Mental Health

We hear a lot about being authentic and true to ourselves, especially during Pride Month. So what does it mean to be authentic, and how does authenticity impact our mental health? The journey toward authenticity is often a lifelong process, […]

PTSD Awareness Month: How to support someone with PTSD

June is PTSD Awareness Month. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a disorder that develops in some people who have experienced a shocking, scary, traumatic or dangerous event. It’s common to experience a range of reactions and emotions after trauma, and […]

Healthcare Workers: What to Do When A Coworker is Struggling

The healthcare field is constantly changing, with ups and downs like in any other profession. However, the pressure felt among healthcare workers can be intense for a number of reasons, and the support from colleagues can help relieve some of […]

Why summertime is ideal for learning and growth

The summer season is ideal for growth and learning due to the extra time and new opportunities to dive deeper into topics that interest you. This season of fresh perspectives can help you maximize your potential year-round. Although most of […]

Supporting your peers with a teamwork approach

Your peers understand the daily challenges and frustrations of the profession and are able to lend support in tough times — and sometimes your peers will need your support through their own challenges. Peer support offers you a shared perspective […]

The health benefits of living in the moment

As they say, a healthy body means a healthy mind. And there’s no better way to keep your mind healthy than with mindfulness. Mindfulness has been shown to provide a wide range of health benefits, including reducing stress, improving sleep, […]