Have you heard of Mental Health First Aid? It is an eight-hour course designed to help individuals learn about risk factors and indicators of mental health concerns. The course has been taken by a wide array of people, from human resource employees, first responders, students, and teachers. If you choose to participate in a Mental… Read More »
Warning Signs of Mental Health Issues
Being aware of changes can help you to detect warning signs of mental health issues. Noticing differences as soon as they start can lead to everyone benefiting from earlier help. Talk with a counselor about your concerns. Letting Go of Personal Care Sometimes a change in an individual’s appearance can be a signal. This may… Read More »
Aging and Mental Health
With individuals living longer, the interest in the relationship between aging and mental health is growing. Because, of course, we all want to have the best possible health, both physical and mental, as we get older. Mental health is an essential ingredient to good health and wellbeing. To maintain good mental health, it is important to… Read More »
How to Help a Mentally Ill Senior
Senior health relies on both physical and mental wellness. Regrettably, senior mental health issues are common. Often, a mentally ill senior is not getting the help and support they need. Sometimes, this is because the first signs of mental illness are thought to be symptoms of aging. But family members should be sure that healthcare… Read More »
May is Mental Health Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month (also referred to as Mental Health Month). It is an annual recognition of the need to cure stigmas surrounding mental health issues. In acknowledgement of Mental Health Month, individuals, families, and professionals strive to open up more conversations about mental health issues to promote healing. This is necessary because… Read More »
