This year National Suicide Prevention Week ranges from September 4 through the 10th. According to 2020 data, suicide in the United States was the 12th leading cause of death and claimed over 45,000 lives. This National Suicide Prevention Week, it…
Depression is a mental illness that affects millions of people worldwide. As a friend, family member, or partner of someone dealing with depression, being supportive and understanding is paramount. However, because depression may vary from person to person, finding ways…
Although everyone may feel sad now and then, there is a key difference between fluctuating emotions and depression. Depression is a serious mental illness that can profoundly affect both men and women. This condition is different from feelings of sadness…
People often lump all feelings of sadness under the depression umbrella, but there are distinct differences between sadness and depression. Sadness is an emotion that happens to everyone and is a normal reaction to life events such as losing a…
Burnout. We've all heard of it, but what is it? We live in a world of hustle and bustle where we are constantly trying to work harder, be better and achieve more. Burnout is the result of striving for this…
Anxiety and depression are both common mental health disorders that can affect just about anyone at any age. Despite their different symptoms, they have some similarities, so it's easy to mistake one for the other – especially if you have…
There is magic in new beginnings, and the upcoming new year presents all of us with an opportunity to start again. Of course, we all make resolutions and set goals for ourselves. For example, some people might resolve to eat…
The holidays are supposed to be a time where everyone is happy and cheerful. But for some people, it can be the most stressful time of the year due to anxiety or depression. If you're battling either of these conditions,…
Let's talk about workplace mental health. Does this sound familiar: You've just arrived at the office, and you already feel like you want to go back home. You can't focus on anything, and all you want to do is crawl…
September is National Yoga Awareness Month, an entire month dedicated to raising awareness around the practice of yoga and its many health benefits. Yoga is much more than stretching and physical movement. While practicing yoga can improve flexibility, strength and…
