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It’s the most wonderful time of year...or is it? The holidays are supposed to be a joyous occasion for all, but many experience stress and depression instead. Why? A number of reasons. Unrealistic expectations, grief over the loss of loved ones, family tensions, improper diet, and less exercise are just a few stressors that increase around the holiday season. Sometimes, holiday stress can’t be avoided, however, you can learn how to manage it and still enjoy the...

October 10 is World Mental Health Day and National Depression Screening Day. Today, we know more about mental health and its conditions than ever before. But, we still have some progress to make when it comes to acceptance and awareness of mental health illnesses, including self-awareness and acceptance of our own state of health.  Many people simply don’t understand what it’s like to live with a mental health illness, and others who do live with a mental...

Do you have the “sitting disease?” How much of your time do you spend sitting in a chair or on a sofa? We all know the adverse health effects of obesity. New research, however, shows us that even people with a normal BMI who do nothing but sit all day are also at risk for medical problems. A growing body of research shows that long periods of physical inactivity raise your risk of developing heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and obesity. Not getting enough exercise...

With the societal taboo surrounding mental illnesses, it can be hard for anyone to discuss problems they might be having. This only increases for parents with children of any age, ranging from toddlers to teenagers. So how do you discuss growing anxiety with your doctor without feeling uncomfortable, ashamed or disheartened? We have a few answers for you.    Prepare You have already taken the first step. By reading this article, you are preparing to talk to your...