Mental Health Topics, Money & Financial Issues, Self-Improvement Young and financially stressed: 7 ways to start saving money now by Madison Bambini on Oct 12, 2020 Remember when you thought you’d graduate high school or college and land your dream job making at least six figures, right out of the gate? Well, chances are you’re a few years down the road from that, still busting your tail to buy that new jacket you’ve had your eye…
Bullying Awareness & Prevention, Mental Health Topics, Work & Careers In-person and virtual bullying in the workplace: Why and how employers should handle it by Arthur Gueli on Oct 12, 2020 Are some of your employees bullying others? As an employer, you might think that everyone in your team gets along well—but there might be bullying going on unnoticed. You may also feel that how people get along with one another is their business, not yours. However, you have a responsibility…
Feelings & Emotions, Mental Health Topics Know thyself (and everyone else, too!): Can emotional intelligence be taught? by Chad Saylor on Oct 12, 2020 It is with the heart that one sees rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye.” — Antoine De Saint-Exupery Turn on your television. Open one of your social media apps. Pick up a newspaper. Chances are it won’t take long to find programs, comments, clickbait, and headlines screaming…
Beginning Therapy, Mental Health Topics, Relationships The Gottman method: How does it work? How can it benefit my relationship? by Helen Massy on Oct 9, 2020 Every relationship runs into conflict: Sometimes we’re able to work through these conflicts quickly and effectively, but in some instances, we struggle to find that common ground. When conflicts are left unresolved, this can prove extremely stressful and have many negative effects on the relationship. External influences can also have…
Mental Health Topics, Self-Care Self-care isn’t just the latest trend: Taking a bath, watching Netflix, napping, and other underrated activities can improve your mental and emotional wellness by Taylor Bennett on Oct 7, 2020 What do you look forward to at the end of a long day or week? Maybe it’s a bubble bath with your favorite book in hand. Or, maybe it’s watching the next episode of your current Netflix binge. Whatever it is, it probably centers around taking a well-deserved break—letting your…
Eating Disorders, Media Use, Mental Health Topics Eating disorders in the media: Are influencers influencing the wrong ideals? by Madison Bambini on Oct 6, 2020 On the surface, the fitness guru you follow is inspirational—but they’re also driving unhealthy, relentless exercising into some of their followers. What about the diet teas or fizz drinks that everyone is drinking (according to the influencers you follow) in order to lose weight? How about the waist trainers they…
Feelings & Emotions, Mental Health Topics, Self-Improvement My negativity is ruining my life—challenge this mindset by changing your thoughts, actions, and environment by Taylor Bennett on Oct 5, 2020 Negative Nancy: We all know one. In fact, some of us are guilty of becoming a negative Nancy ourselves. Anytime something goes remotely wrong, these individuals curse their bad luck and wait for the rest of the world to come tumbling down. They expect the worst and view the glass…
Depression, Men's Issues, Mental Health Topics Strong and silent? Male depression is common but it goes underreported due to social stigma and lack of emotional literacy by Taylor Bennett on Oct 2, 2020 According to Mental Health America (MHA), women experience depression about twice as often as men. That said, several studies and surveys have also shown that men are less likely to seek help for things like depression—which might create a false idea that women are more likely to struggle with this mental health problem. The…
Disorders, Eating Disorders, Mental Health Topics Extreme picky eaters can have an actual diagnosis: Understanding avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder by Madison Bambini on Oct 1, 2020 When you think of picky eaters, what comes to mind? Maybe a toddler who only ever wants chicken nuggets. Or perhaps a young child who refuses to eat vegetables. But what about children who only eat three types of foods and gag at the idea of trying something new? When…
Anxiety, Depression, Mental Health Topics, Postpartum & Pregnancy, Relationships Managing fear, anxiety, and postpartum depression together: Tips for new parents by Madison Bambini on Sep 29, 2020 Becoming a new parent is hard for anyone. There are so many unknowns and new lessons that come along with having a baby: Will they sleep okay? Are they eating enough? What does that cry mean? Is their crib safe enough? What do I do when I go back to…
Anxiety, Mental Health Topics, Postpartum & Pregnancy Are my fears normal or do I have postpartum anxiety? Here’s what new moms need to know by Taylor Bennett on Sep 28, 2020 Today, new moms understand that they may experience “the baby blues” and maybe even postpartum depression. These are two very real possibilities that they prepare for. But there’s another common condition that new moms develop after having a baby that is less talked about: postpartum anxiety. While it’s normal to…
Coping Skills, COVID-19, Mental Health Topics School of hard knocks: How teachers can manage their daily stress and health during the pandemic by Chad Saylor on Sep 28, 2020 Today was hard. Hardest day so far. This virtual teaching is so hard. You feel like you’re failing at your job because nothing is easy or smooth, and nothing works like it’s supposed to work. And you feel like you’re failing your family because of the non-stop working and troubleshooting.”…