While we label many behaviors as addictive, there is only one non-substance-related type that is considered a disorder in the DSM. That disorder is Gambling addiction. The designation and opinions about gambling disorder vary greatly among people as well. While heroin use is an activity almost everyone would consider a ... Read More
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5 HR Wellness Strategies That Prevent Employee Burnout and Support Mental Health at Work
You know how important it is to maintain employee satisfaction, especially in industries where it's hard to find talented employees. Yet, a common reason people leave employers is because of burnout. As a person who works hard yourself, you can recognize what burnout feels like. You don’t want to go to work, you ... Read More
To Share or Not to Share: Discussing MH conditions with Colleagues
Employment is a weekly reality for most people, but it often comes with many challenges. For individuals in recovery or those struggling with other mental health disorders, it can be challenging to be transparent at work. Most individuals spend the majority of their day at work. Therefore, it’s only natural to ... Read More
The Revealing Link Between Workplace Violence, PTSD and Mental Health
In recent years, we’ve seen that violent can erupt almost anywhere—from homes and schools to churches and workplaces. Workplace mental health may be one component at play: In high-stress situations, any employee can be at risk of breaking down. On the other hand, violence affects mental health, placing an especially ... Read More
How a Walk-In Mental Health Clinic Can Help You or a Loved One
There's an increasing demand for quick walk-in health care. If you don't feel well for a day, you can head to your city’s express clinic, get some medical attention and go about your business. Minute clinics, urgent care and telemedicine all provide quick medical care for those with colds, flu, injuries and minor ... Read More
The Reasons Your Loved One with PTSD is Self-Isolating
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, better known as PTSD, is a common mental disorder affecting around 8% of the population at any given time. PTSD is the result of witnessing or experiencing a stressful experience, such as fighting in a war, physical or sexual assault, surviving a natural disaster, or anything else that ... Read More
The Mental Health Pitfalls of Fitbits for Consumers
Fitbits are wearable activity monitors that look like a watch but offer a lot more insight when it comes to your daily activity levels and vital signs. Many Apple watches and Garmin brand watches have similar features and are lumped under the moniker of 'Fitbit'. You'll find many variations within these products ... Read More
Alumni Outlook: Getting off the Drinking and Depression Rollercoaster
Most recovering alcoholics can relate to feeling depressed, hopeless, full of shame, and worthless. The vicious cycle of alcoholism and depression can be seemingly insurmountable and hopeless. I remember being told that once I became sober, I would feel better. In the beginning, that was the only thing that kept me ... Read More
