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Teen mental health: What to do if you think your teen is struggling

Wellness

Jun 6, 2023

Teenage mental health has become a major national concern—and a major worry for many parents. If you’re concerned about your teen’s mental health, you’re not alone. According to a 2023 survey from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly...

How to talk to your doctor about depression

Wellness

Nov 10, 2022

When you’re experiencing a mental health concern like depression, it may seem overwhelming, especially if you feel like you’re in crisis. It can be hard to know where to turn for help or what your next steps might be—depression medication?...

6 simple steps to take today for better mental health

Wellness

Aug 17, 2022

Most of us are pretty good at taking care of our physical bodies. We brush our teeth every morning. We feed ourselves so we don’t starve. We try not to overdo it on the coffee and alcohol. We get at...

Preventing suicidal depression: How to get help for thoughts of self-harm

Wellness

May 17, 2022

Depression is considered the most common mental health disorder. It’s important to understand that when people experience depression, it’s more than just feeling sad or having a bad day.Suicide, the most serious consequence of depression, is a leading cause of...

Digital wellness: 4 ways to improve your digital well-being

Wellness

May 3, 2022

We are in a relationship with our technology. We take it with us everywhere we go, we work with it, we relax with it, we sleep with it and we wake up next to it. The truth is that, ultimately,...

4 mindful money habits to help you achieve your financial goals

Wellness

Apr 4, 2022

“Mindfulness” is a word we seem to see everywhere lately, but what is it really? Dr. John Kabat-Zinn, one of the lead researchers in the field of mindfulness, defines it as “awareness that emerges through paying attention on purpose, in...

Messy house, messy brain? How spring cleaning can boost your mental health

Wellness

Mar 7, 2022

We’ve all been there. The dust has been building up for months, your desk is cluttered with random pieces of paper that were relevant to you once, and your favorite comfy chair has become a convenient place of storage. We...

Building resilience: 6 ways to be a more resilient person

Wellness

Feb 24, 2022

How do you react when something goes wrong? Maybe it’s a small disappointment like being passed up for a promotion. Maybe it’s something that hits deeper like a failed relationship or sudden health diagnosis. Or maybe it’s the often-overwhelming chaos...

Dispelling five myths about PTSD

Wellness

Feb 3, 2022

Nearly everyone experiences a range of emotions after going through a shocking or life-threatening event. Most people recover naturally from these initial symptoms, but others who may feel worse as time passes may be at risk of developing post-traumatic stress...

How to help someone struggling with anxiety

Wellness

Dec 13, 2021

It can be difficult to discuss anxiety with someone, especially someone you love. Many people still see mental health as a taboo topic and may be uncomfortable sharing their personal struggles, but support of a loved one can be extremely...

Why you’ve been feeling so “blah” lately

Wellness

Nov 10, 2021

Most of us recall where we were when we heard the news: local governments across the country issue mandatory stay-at-home orders due to the emerging coronavirus pandemic. “Two weeks,” we were told. Two weeks of staying at home, social distancing...

Seasonal Affective Disorder: Don’t let the change of seasons change your mood

Wellness

Oct 31, 2021

It’s natural to occasionally feel sad when the seasons change.  As the weather cools off, you may spend less time outside, or you may find yourself staying snuggled in your bed just a little longer. These behaviors usually adjust to...

How to talk to your doctor about anxiety

Wellness

Oct 26, 2021

It can be difficult to bring up feelings of anxiety with your physician. One of the reasons this can be difficult is due to the stigma associated with anxiety and overall mental health. The most important thing is to remember...

Coping with grief: Finding hope in hard times

Wellness

Sep 30, 2021

Loss is a natural part of life that often requires us to seek guidance from others to find hope, meaning and strength to move forward. Danny Tomlinson, a chaplain at Baylor Scott & White Health, helps families cope and find...

An open letter to the ones who feel like they haven’t done enough

Wellness

Jul 15, 2021

To the ones who feel like they haven’t done enough:You are not alone. I recently heard an ER physician on the radio speak to the fact that he would come home exhausted after taking care of COVID-19 patients and question...

4 free self-care ideas to help you reset without breaking the bank

Wellness

May 4, 2021

The need for self-care is at an all-time high, but self-care is always important. Taking care of ourselves with kindness and gratitude is a crucial part of our well-being.In a society that exalts work above rest, it can be difficult...

How telehealth is helping veteran families connect and cope with stress

Wellness

Apr 27, 2021

Amidst the shutdowns and other safety precautions taken to slow the spread of COVID-19, families have experienced new stressors — and telehealth has experienced an unprecedented boom. Even prior to COVID-19, Baylor Scott & White’s Warriors Research Institute (WRI) was...

How to start a daily journaling habit

Wellness

Apr 7, 2021

What if there was a simple way to reduce stress, improve immune function and boost your mood? Journaling, a simple activity, has shown to do this and more! Let’s explore how journaling can be an effective way to process thoughts...

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Life is stressful—it’s time for a mental health check-in

Wellness

Jan 25, 2021

How are you feeling? How have you been feeling the past week? Most importantly, what are you doing about how you’re feeling? Let’s talk about the importance of checking into our emotions and mental well-being, and explore a few tools...

20 takeaways from 2020

Wellness

Jan 6, 2021

I know. I know. Most of us would rather leave 2020 in hindsight and gaze only into the hopeful eyes of 2021. In a time full of uncertainty and loss, I’m right there with you. Yet, as we end this...