Feeling overwhelmed, powerless or angry as you watch news of another mass shooting, this one in Las Vegas? Those feelings are normal, even for people who don’t have ties to Nevada or anyone there, according to counselors. There are tools that can help in handling those emotional reactions. NBC10 Philadelphia’s Tracy Davidson spoke to a …
When a tragedy like the massacre in Las Vegas happens, it can be difficult to know what to say to your children. They may hear or see images about what happened and have questions for you. Author Julia Cook is a national award winning children’s author, counselor and parenting expert. In addition to writing, she …
Feeling overwhelmed? Research shows that there are a number of simple things you can do for quick doses of stress-relieving happiness. Call someone far away that you’d like to hear from. A British study found that regular contact with 10 or more friends significantly increases happiness and even lengthens life! Reach out to a good friend you …
Hobbies won’t magically cure your depression but healthy habits can help you regain some control over your feelings and thoughts. Becoming more involved and active will restore some strength, self-awareness, and happiness. In short, hobbies help you cope. 1. Take care of a living thing. Depression convinces you that you don’t matter. Your own brain …
Take an outdoor walk at least once a week. A regular dose of nature and physical activity is sure to elevate your mood. Research shows that outdoor walks can actually alleviate some symptoms of depression. Keep a journal. Writing out your thoughts is a great way to empty your mind of negative energy and to …
An estimated 44 million Americans are unpaid family caregivers. Some caregivers look after a child with special needs, others take after a frail senior. Caregivers spend an average of 20 hours per week providing for their loved ones. It’s a challenging responsibility that comes with a lot of stress and not much rest or thanks. …
For most students, stress is a constant of the college experience. Being away from home and family, living with roommates, facing tougher classes, and balancing a heavy work load with a social life can lead many students to feel overwhelmed. For the 1 in 5 students living with a mental health condition, these stressors prove …
Numerous studies suggest that the majority of mental illness cases are never actually diagnosed. Whether you think you have a mental illness or not; don’t be afraid of mental illness- be informed. Awareness is the enemy of stigma! These four movies portray a glimpse of what it may be like to experience mental illness. Schizophrenia: A …
For a few weeks every 2 years, the world’s elite athletes gather under the spotlight and are scrutinized for their physical feats. We marvel at their speed, stamina, and skill. For these three Olympic champions who have overcome mental health issues, their mental strength might be even more impressive than their physical abilities- and that’s …
A new report shows that 1 in 9 adolescents aged 12-17 years have experienced major depression. There’s a lot of turmoil and uncertainty in the teenage years so it’s not always easy to differentiate between depression and normal growing pains. Know that depression isn’t run of the mill moodiness. There’s no single cause of adolescent …
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