Mental Health
A Sunny Disposition: Sunlight and Mental Health
Too much direct sunlight on your skin can be harmful. But moderate exposure to the sun’s rays is vital for physical and mental health. The natural cycles of daylight and darkness, known to science as “the circadian rhythm,” control the release of important mood-altering hormones in the brain. Exposure to sunlight triggers production of…
Read MoreWILKINSON JUNIOR HIGH TO HOST FIRST SCHOOLWIDE MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS DAY
Clay County District Schools will partner with Clay Behavioral, and other local mental health agencies and nonprofits to discuss bullying, risky behaviors, social skills, and coping skills with students. This first, daylong event is part of a broader observance of Mental Health Month throughout May. WHEN: Tuesday, May 16 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. WHERE: Wilkinson Junior…
Read MoreThree Ways to Reduce Anxiety Without Medication
Take Steps to Reduce Stress and Anxiety Naturally According to a 2005 report published in the Archives of General Psychiatry, 18 percent of the adult population in the United States suffers from an anxiety disorder. A 1999 study published in The Journal of Clinical Psychology found that the treatment of anxiety related disorders costs the United States over…
Read MoreNegative Thinking Can Affect Your Health
Coping with Stress Can Improve Your Physical Health, Too Daniel’s StoryDaniel just left a two-jour meeting at work in which his colleague, Jerome, stole the credit for his big idea. Daniel and Jerome had worked together for two weeks on the project, but Daniel came up with the idea and the strategy, and he did most…
Read More10 Myths About Mental Illness
Myths About Mental Illness Are Common With one in five American adults having experienced a mental health issue, a lack of understanding of mental illness can have profound consequences for millions of people in our nation. Misconceptions, or myths, about mental illness are widespread and contribute to an age-old stigma, leading many to withdraw into…
Read MoreFinding Holiday Joy Amidst Grief
When The Holidays Don’t Feel Merry Holidays are often difficult for anyone who has experienced a severe change, such as the loss of a job, a divorce, a child’s leaving home for college, or worse—the death of a loved one. Rather than representing times of family togetherness, joy and thanksgiving, holidays can evoke feelings of…
Read MoreThe Truth About Anxiety Disorders
Learn About Anxiety Disorders Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illnesses in America, affecting about 20% of the population at any given time. Sadly, some people do not seek treatment for their illness because they aren’t sure they have a problem or that their problem can be successfully treated. Or they’re just too embarrassed…
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