Girls are more likely to be bullied than boys and consider suicide, according to a new study from Rutgers University.While teen bullying does not automatically lead to suicide, it does affect health and well-being in the following ways:Depression, loneliness, or...
Read MoreDid you know that mental illness is responsible for more disability in developed countries than any other group of illnesses including cancer and heart disease?While 1 in 5 Americans experiences some type of mental illness, innovations in medicine and therapy...
Read MoreDid you know that finding other people to relate to and participating in activities that bring you enjoyment are great ways to improve your mood and overall mental health? People with strong social supports are 50% more likely to live...
Read MoreFinding humor in the circumstances of life can lift moods with laughter and help people better deal with and overcome difficult experiences.When we laugh:Our stress hormone levels decrease.Our heart, lungs and muscles are stimulated.There is increased activity in parts of...
Read MoreFinding a reason to laugh, walking with a friend, meditating, playing with a pet, or working from home once a week can go a long way in making you both physically and mentally healthy.Did you know that the mental and...
Read MoreMay is National Mental Health Awareness Month, an opportunity for providers, advocates and individuals living with mental illness to reflect and raise awareness.This month's observance will focus on the mind-body connection and the way our overall mood and well-being can...
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