mental health
Mindfulness: A Tool for Well-Being and Coping with Stress
Stress and Bouncing Thoughts We often get lost in thoughts bouncing from past and future when under stress. This can be exhausting and create clouded judgment, adding to existing stress. A powerful practice to help bring you to the present moment or now, which provides clarity and reduces stress, is mindfulness. What is Mindfulness? Mindfulness…
Read MoreStudy Finds Children Going to ER for Suicidal Thoughts and Attempts has Doubled
The Study Researchers used public US CDC administered data from approximately 30,000 visits to 300 emergency rooms. They tracked the diagnosis of suicidal ideation or suicide attempts for children 5 to 18 from 2007 to 2015. After analyzing the data, the researchers found an increase, in either suicidal thoughts or suicidal attempts, from 580,000 in…
Read MoreMental Health Today and 9 Ways to Improve
Mental Health In Today’s Fast-Paced World The rise of the internet, wifi, and smartphones has allowed us to be more available than ever. Instant communication is part of our day-to-day which can quickly cause us to be overwhelmed and stressed. “According to British psychologist, Dr. Richard Wiseman, the overall pace of life has increased by 10% worldwide…
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