How To Help a Family Member with Mental Illness
Mental illness is a difficult and complex issue that can be especially challenging when it affects a family member. It’s…
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How To Combat Loneliness During the Holidays
The holidays are a time for family, friends, and loved ones. But for many people, the holidays can be a…
The First Resources Intensive Residential Services (IRSH) home in Burlington, Iowa
The First Resources Intensive Residential Services (IRSH) home in Burlington, Iowa program is a short-term program that offers a safe…
Anxiety and Depression Are on the Rise
Depression and anxiety have increased globally in recent years. Depression is one of the leading causes of mental disability worldwide,…
Removing Systemic Barriers to Health Care with the new 988 Hotline.
** If you or a loved one are experiencing a crisis or need mental health resources, contact the National Suicide…
The New 9–8–8 Mental Health Hotline Will Launch on July 16
988 is an easy-to-remember number that can connect you to resources for suicide prevention and mental health crises. “The counselor…
Surprising Benefits of Laughing
Research has shown that the health benefits of laughter are far-ranging. Laughter can help relieve pain, bring greater happiness, and…
Don’t let mental illness go untreated. Here are Burlington area resources that can help
Author, Christa Poggemiller, Des Moines County Public Health Published 11:06 a.m. CT April 29, 2022 on The Hawkeye Mental illness…
Why mental health is important and what you can do to improve it
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
Taking the Shame and Guilt Out of Addiction Addiction and Recovery – Addiction Is Not A Moral Failure with Dr.…
What Are Social Determinants of Health and How Does It Affect the Health
The term social determinants of health refer to a wide variety of issues found in certain parts of society. Any…
Mental Health Tips For The New Year
Finishing a busy holiday season is an excellent opportunity for a fresh start and a chance to find new health…
10 of The Best Homemade Christmas Gifts
Check out the best Homemade Christmas gifts. These gorgeous homemade gifts are perfect for your little ones and are designed…
How to Cope with Loneliness During the Holidays
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: 10 Creative Ways
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?
What comes to mind when someone mentions schizophrenia? Unfortunately, many people have little or no idea what it’s like to…
Eating Well to Improve Your Mental Health
Eating well and consuming fewer processed foods can improve mental and emotional health. We are taught from a young age…
Bipolar Effective Disorder Relation with Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder, also identified as Bipolar affective disorder, is a form of mental illness characterized by mood swings, changes in…
You Are Not Along
Millions of people are affected by mental illness each year. Across the country, many people just like you work, perform,…
Activities to Improve Mental Health
While stress and anxiety are not new things, unique changes in technology and the manners in which we interact and…
When should I seek help for depression?
We all have our low moments in life. Sometimes life challenges can be overwhelming, causing us to experience breakdowns. But…
What Is The Importance Of Staying Mentally Healthy?
Mental health is the way people think, feel, and act as they face life’s situations. Staying mentally healthy helps us…
Ways To Promote Independence in Developmentally Disabled
Our society as a whole can only function well when all its sections are working well. Americans with disabilities are…
Combating Anxiety With 4-7-8 Breathing Pattern
Individuals suffering from anxiety are on a continuous lookout for techniques that can help them combat the mental disorder and…
Living With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
In a world that has been consistently and admirably trying to better itself for people with disabilities, the knowledge among…
Debunking Myths Surrounding Mental Health
In a given year, 1 in 5 adults struggle with a mental health disorder in the United States. This corresponds…