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How to Protect Your Mental Health During COVID-19 & Financial Hardships
By Staff Reporter | Aug 24, 2020 11:54 AM EDTSince the arrival of the COVID-19 pandemic earlier this year, the number of people suffering with mental health issues has soared. Understandably, the main concern for most is the health and well-being of themselves and their families. However, there are also several other factors that affect the mental health of people up and down the country, including worries about finances, job security, and housing.
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Can Text Messaging be Considered as Part of a Mental Health Therapy?
By Eric Hamilton | Aug 15, 2020 06:25 PM EDTWhile the world went into lockdown (and still is in some part of the world), external mental health patients stillneeded to be tended to. This prompted a three-month study on the interest of text messaging between the therapistand his patient, to fill the gap between periods they cannot meet. Here are the results, which would tend to provethat it can work.
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Baby Boomers More Likely to Suffer From Depression Than Other Generations
By Eric Hamilton | Aug 13, 2020 11:27 AM EDTBaby Boomers are considerably more prone to developing depression than members of any other generation.
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8 Ways You Can Improve Your Mental Health
By Eric Hamilton | Aug 12, 2020 10:34 AM EDTMental health is important for your general well-being. When people speak of mental health, you may think it is only associated with depression or anxiety that needs treatment from professionals. However, mental health can be more than that. It also includes psychological well-being like emotions and how to manage those feelings.
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Of Breakouts and Anxiety - How Mental Health Affects Skin Conditions
By Staff Reporter | Aug 04, 2020 11:22 AM EDTIncreasingly, we are beginning to understand just how deeply intertwined mental health is with every aspect of our lives - including our physical health. From obesity to heart disease, mental health issues like anxiety and depression can aggravate a wide range of physiological problems.
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Spot The Warning Signs That It's Time to Visit a Dentist
By Eric Hamilton | Jul 25, 2020 06:33 PM EDTGenerally speaking, every person should visit the dentist at least twice a year. That said, there are various reasons why an individual may need to visit a dentist outside regular checkups and cleanings.
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When Diabetics Don't Have Access to Insulin
By Eric Hamilton | Jul 25, 2020 06:31 PM EDTPeople with type 1 diabetes rely on insulin to live a healthy and fulfilling life. Unfortunately, insulin has become increasingly harder to obtain in America due to its exorbitant prices and legal nuances. This leaves people with diabetes in the U.S. with limited access to the medication.
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Amani Alshehhi: Heal Your Mind by Reading!
By Eric Hamilton | Jun 26, 2020 11:27 AM EDTWhen it comes to health problems, these can take many different shapes and forms. Reading regularly is a great way to heal the mind.
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How the Veteran Affairs Helps Housebound Veterans Get the Help They Need
By Eric Hamilton | Jun 18, 2020 11:32 AM EDTAs the saying goes, "freedom isn't free," and for America's veterans, they know the cost first-hand. This is especially true for our oldest veterans, many of whom have lost much of their freedom as old age has crept upon them.
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Bipolar Disorder: What It Is, How To Treat It | A Harmony Place Review
By Eric Hamilton | Jun 12, 2020 10:33 AM EDTWhat is a person with Bipolar Disorder like? Bipolar Disorder is a mental problem that causes extreme mood swings. Depressed people often feel sad, hopeless, and lose pleasure in most activities. People with mania or hypomania, on the other hand, feel euphoric or full of energy.
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Caring for the Health and Emotional Wellbeing of Seniors During the Pandemic
By Staff Reporter | May 18, 2020 10:15 PM EDTSenior citizens are at the top of the list of people at risk for contracting and unfortunately, passing away from the coronavirus. This is in great part due to their weaker immune systems and common existing health problems associated with aging. As such, it has been highly recommended that seniors do their best to remain at home to reduce the likelihood of contracting the virus.
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Productive Practices to Employ in Your Everyday Life
By Staff Reporter | May 16, 2020 02:08 AM EDTStaying active, productive, and keeping your mind at work, is a great way of staying healthy and happy. This is particularly true during lockdown, when it can feel easy to slip into a rut of laziness, without any clear-cut schedule. But with monotony talking its toll and resulting in a serious lack of motivation for many, how do we keep on top of a consistent workflow and schedule? Stuck for inspiration on how to stay productive and pro-active during the self-isolation, and also generally in your everyday life going forward? Take a look at this short list that we’ve compiled, detailing some practices that you might want to try and employ where possible.
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How Does Grooming and Good Hygiene Impact Mental Health?
By Staff Reporter | May 07, 2020 03:34 PM EDTMost people relate good hygiene and grooming to their looks. They want to smell good when they go out, look as handsome as possible, and create a lasting impression on others. But do you know that grooming and good hygiene affect your mental health as well? Grooming and good hygiene are not just about your looks. You might be surprised to learn about the many ways in which your mind benefits from maintaining your looks and practicing proper hygiene.
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Why You Should Try Social Stories for Children with Autism
By Eric Hamilton | May 07, 2020 11:06 AM EDTChildren with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) have impaired brain development and function. Unlike normal children, they are different in thinking and are less responsive than others. Also, they are not quick learners, so you have to teach them a different way.
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How to Improve Your Mental Health Besides Going to Therapy
By Staff Reporter | Apr 27, 2020 03:59 PM EDTIt is a given that therapy - talk therapy, in particular - has a positive impact on your emotional and mental state.
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