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More Driving = More Stress: How to Minimize the Impact of Traffic on Your Day

Many people think driving is stressful. Drivers often wish for less traffic and a smooth commute to work, school or wherever they’re headed. Long commutes with heavy traffic can lead to increased stress levels, yet research shows that driving while […]

Back to School: 5 Ways to Support Your Family’s Mental Health

The term “back-to-school” can trigger many feelings, some bad and some good, in both adults and children alike. From being bombarded in stores and while watching TV to back-to-school nights and meet the teacher meetings, this can be an overwhelming […]

Self-Care for Therapists and Mental Health Professionals

If you’re a therapist, chances are you’ve heard over and over again about the importance of self-care not only for your clients, but for yourself as well. You may be wondering what exactly does that mean? What does self-care look […]

The Mental State of Mass Shooters

Numerous public health officials have attempted to simplify the complex situation of mass shootings and describe the perpetrators with the blanket statement of “mentally ill.” According to research by Columbia, only 8-11% of mass shooters had mental health conditions. The […]

7 Ways to Incorporate Active Breaks to Keep Your Mental Health In Check

Everyone experiences stress in their lives. Some of the stresses are larger than others, and some stressors can even cause changes in our physical and/or mental state. Learning to keep your mental health in check by taking active breaks is […]

Celebrating National Recovery Month

This month is near and dear to our hearts — September is National Recovery Month! With a tagline of “Every Person. Every Family. Every Community,” this is a month to acknowledge and celebrate those on the road to recovery. Since […]

Shortage of Mental Health Professionals – How You Can Help

At a time when we need them the most, there’s a massive shortage of mental health professionals in the US. Many people who need the help are forced to wait months before they can get an appointment. Over one-third of […]

5 Ways to Prioritize Your Mental Health

As life returns to somewhat “normal” after a long and stressful pandemic, it’s a good time to step back and determine what kinds of habits and routines can be beneficial in your life during trying times – and even during […]

7 Ways to Keep Your Mental Health In Check

Everyone experiences stress at different points in their life. Some of the stresses we go through are larger and more impactful than others, and some stressors can even cause changes in our physical and/or mental state. However, finding ways to […]

How to Avoid Common Heat-Related Illnesses When Climate Change Keeps Bringing the Heat

It’s getting hot out here. On July 19, temperatures in the UK hit an all-time high of 104.4 F. Officials issued the first-ever red warning for extreme heat in England. And temps reached dangerous highs in Spain and France, fueling […]