Mental Health

Last year, Occupational Therapy Assistant Suzie Pech was feeling burnt out. Two long years of sickness, loss and restrictions as a result of the pandemic had taken a toll, and all the changes caused her to feel stressed and discouraged. She missed...

Communities rely on the strength and bravery of firefighters to help in crisis situations — an oftentimes mentally draining and extremely stressful task. However, finding resources and the support needed to care for their mental health can be...

What if you had a convenient way of getting no-cost mental health support about a relationship that’s causing stress? Or access to a money coach for tips about digging out of debt? You may already have access to that help and more in your employee...

Not enough sleep. Cramming in studying. Feeling mounting pressure, maybe even depressed. Sound familiar? College can be difficult and stress and even depression can sneak up on you. If you’re feeling the weight of the school year, it’s important...

Porter-Starke Services is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in our community through prevention, treatment, education, and research. Their full continuum of care serves adults, families, adolescents, and children with mental health or...

When it comes to healthcare, it’s easier to focus more on physical wellness than mental wellness. If someone is experiencing back pain, blurring vision, rashes, or any number of visible symptoms, they will typically do something about the issue,...

The mental health crisis in America has created an unprecedented need for help, and modern programs that combine easy-to-use digital resources with clinical best practices are becoming an important part of the solution for mild issues....

Some historians claim New Year’s resolutions are a 4000-year-old Babylonian custom—and we’ve probably been quitting those goals for just as long. Every December 31st, many will commit to better financial health, more self-care, losing weight or...

With behavioral health issues, it’s not always easy to ask for help. Even making an appointment to see someone can be a huge step. Unfortunately, for those in underserved communities, accessing this help can be more difficult. In a recent...

If someone you know seems to be experiencing mental health challenges, you can help. Try these practical steps: 1. Set aside time in a comfortable space to talk • Let them share as much as they are comfortable with • Keep questions open-ended and...