Posts in category Mental Health

Whether it lasted for less than a year or longer than twenty years, separating from someone who was supposed to be your lifelong partner is …

Now more than ever before our society has become polarized. This polarization has occurred on a global basis, certainly, but that effect has filtered down …

By now, most of us are beginning to feel the effects of prolonged isolation, social distancing practices, and certainly the disruption of our daily lives. While …

How Social Distancing and Stress are Related The coronavirus pandemic has certainly brought massive changes to our lives. For many of us, these changes have …

Everyone knows we are in the midst of a pandemic. Not everyone knows where to turn for credible information. Unfounded, inaccurate information only stokes fear …

The world as we know it has changed. Schools have closed their doors indefinitely and stadiums have gone quiet. In some cities, a mandatory quarantine …

What Exactly is Marijuana? Marijuana (cannabis) is a mind-altering substance derived from the Cannabis Sativa plant. It is made from the dried flowers, leaves, and …

Growing up in the 1990’s a concussion was viewed as a “minor injury” in professional American Football. As a child supporting my local football affiliate, …

To be mentally healthy is to be in a state of emotional, psychological, and social well-being. The quality of our mental health impacts how we …

First responders are those typically first on the scene of challenging, dangerous, and highly stressful situations. They are also the first in disaster situations to …