Being concerned about a friend or loved one’s mental health can be difficult, especially if you are unsure if they are simply going through a tough time, or dealing with a significant mental health issue. In these instances, knowing the early warning signs of mental illness is vital. There are many different types of mental illness, such as depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, and eating… Read More
Depression
Depression is a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest. Also called major depressive disorder or clinical depression, it affects how you feel, think and behave and can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems. You may have trouble doing normal day-to-day activities, and sometimes you may feel as if life isn't worth living. - Mayo Clinic
Mental Health Wellness Tips for Quarantine
The outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions in adults and children. A doctoral level Psychologist in NYS with a Psy.D. in the specialties of School and Clinical Psychology has graciously shared these tips. 1. Stick to a routine. Go to sleep and wake up at a reasonable time, write a schedule that is varied… Read More
Journaling for Your Mental Health
With all that is going on in the world right now, and especially with all the extra time spent sheltering at home, we understand the need for an outlet. There are so many thoughts and emotions to process and being stuck inside can feel overwhelming if you do not have any healthy coping mechanisms for handling this experience. For this… Read More