Mental Health Blog

The First Resources Intensive Residential Services (IRSH) home in Burlington, Iowa program is a short-term program that offers a safe…

Depression and anxiety have increased globally in recent years. Depression is one of the leading causes of mental disability worldwide,…

** If you or a loved one are experiencing a crisis or need mental health resources, contact the National Suicide…

988 is an easy-to-remember number that can connect you to resources for suicide prevention and mental health crises. “The counselor…

Research has shown that the health benefits of laughter are far-ranging. Laughter can help relieve pain, bring greater happiness, and…

Author, Christa Poggemiller, Des Moines County Public Health Published 11:06 a.m. CT April 29, 2022 on The Hawkeye Mental illness…

Mental health is important. Taking care of our mental health enables us to be resilient and recover from anything. Anyone…

Taking the Shame and Guilt Out of Addiction Addiction and Recovery – Addiction Is Not A Moral Failure with Dr.…

The term social determinants of health refer to a wide variety of issues found in certain parts of society. Any…

Finishing a busy holiday season is an excellent opportunity for a fresh start and a chance to find new health…

Check out the best Homemade Christmas gifts. These gorgeous homemade gifts are perfect for your little ones and are designed…

The holiday season is a time for pleasure and love, yet it is also a time for loneliness during the…

How to improve brain health – the mind is constantly evolving. That is the one constant about our most complex…

What comes to mind when someone mentions schizophrenia? Unfortunately, many people have little or no idea what it’s like to…

Eating well and consuming fewer processed foods can improve mental and emotional health. We are taught from a young age…

Bipolar disorder, also identified as Bipolar affective disorder, is a form of mental illness characterized by mood swings, changes in…

Millions of people are affected by mental illness each year. Across the country, many people just like you work, perform,…

While stress and anxiety are not new things, unique changes in technology and the manners in which we interact and…

We all have our low moments in life. Sometimes life challenges can be overwhelming, causing us to experience breakdowns. But…

Mental health is the way people think, feel, and act as they face life’s situations. Staying mentally healthy helps us…

Our society as a whole can only function well when all its sections are working well. Americans with disabilities are…

Individuals suffering from anxiety are on a continuous lookout for techniques that can help them combat the mental disorder and…

In a world that has been consistently and admirably trying to better itself for people with disabilities, the knowledge among…

In a given year, 1 in 5 adults struggle with a mental health disorder in the United States. This corresponds…