If you’ve looked at your social media in the last week, chances are you’ve spotted a video, Facebook update, profile picture change, or hashtag promoting the Bell Let’s Talk campaign. The campaign is part of Mental Health Awareness week, and it’s urging each and every one of us to start a conversation around mental health, and take it […]
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Today (January 25, 2017) is Mental Health Awareness Day, and this entire week is Mental Health Awareness Week. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, approximately 1 in 5 american adults suffer with some form of mental illness. But that’s not all, the same source finds that roughly 1 in 5 children in the U.S. […]
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Thoughts are very powerful things, so much so that they can cause our bodies to act in strange ways. Psychosomatic (also referred to as somatic symptom disorder (SSD) and psycho-physiologic disorder) is defined as a seemingly purely physical illness (pain, rashes, and other symptoms) that has been created or aggravated by mental conflict or unrest. […]
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We often lose focus of ourselves in our busy lives, which can negatively impact our mental and physical health. There’s always something that needs to be done for someone else. Well, this year, turn the spotlight back on you. If you’re still looking for a New Year’s Resolution, start by looking inward. What is it […]
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Many individuals, either by choice, due to the recent passing on of loved ones, or due to distance are spending the holidays alone. Regardless of the reason, spending the holidays solo can be difficult both physically and mentally. Luckily, Kati Morton, therapist and the creator of a fantastic YouTube mental health community, offers some helpful tips on how […]
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Being healthy is about more than just eating right and getting regular exercise. It’s also about thinking positively and working to improve your mental and emotional wellness. But what, exactly, does it mean to improve emotional wellness? It’s about being in touch with your feelings and being comfortable expressing them — from your doubts and […]
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