Social Health * Attend a support group with others who share the same health problem you have. * Volunteer in a soup kitchen or food bank. * Take care of your friend’s or family member’s children and let them return the favor. * Call, text, email, or visit a friend today. Let your friend know […]
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Mental Health Care There will probably come a time when someone you know could benefit from professional counseling. They may, however, deny that a problem exists and won’t do anything about it. You can aid a friend or loved one by discussing those aspects of their behavior that are of concern. You should also discuss
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Mental Health Care The following questions can help you determine whether or not a mental health counselor fits your needs. * Do they accept your health insurance? * How much will you have to pay? * Do they have the education, credentials, and recent training to treat you? * Is the therapist licensed? * How
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Mental Health Care Your emotional and mental well-being is essential for overall health and happiness. How you feel and think affects how you live your life every day – in your personal and work life. Take steps to take care of your emotional health. Answering the following questions may help you reflect on how you
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Mental Health Going through stages of loss is normal. Grief is a deep sadness that results from a major or minor loss. It can last weeks, months, or years. Understanding the normal stages of grief, the passage of time, and self-care measures treat most cases of grief. Sometimes, counseling is needed. Stages of grief Shock:
Mental Health Grief is a deep sadness or sorrow that results from a loss. The loss can be a major or minor one. It can result from something positive or negative. Bereavement is grieving most often linked with the death of a loved one. Signs & Symptoms Stages of Grief 1. Shock. You feel dazed
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Mental Health Care Focus on nature’s beauty, peacefulness, and soothing sounds. * Go on a nature hike with a family member, friend, or coworker. * In your backyard, cuddle up with a good book on a chair or in a hammock. * Picnic in the park with family and friends. Enjoy your workday lunch in
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Mental Health Care Physical closeness through holding hands, hugging, caressing, and intimacy raises your level of oxytocin – the love hormone. * Make concrete plans to spend time with people you love, such as your partner, family, or friends. * Look on the bright side and be with cheery people. Positive energy spreads from one
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Social Health Good friends are good for your health and well-being. Do you want to live longer? Spend time with friends! Researchers looked at 148 studies that focused on social relationships and longevity. They concluded that people with stronger social relationships had a 50 percent increased chance of survival. This finding held across age, gender,
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Mental Health Care Boost your happiness level by taking care of your body. * Get 7-8 hours of sleep a night. * Exercise every day with activities you enjoy. * Limit refined carbohydrates like white starchy foods (white bread, rice, and crackers) and sugar (soda, candy, and junk foods). These foods can cause blood sugar
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