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Wellness
Mar 7, 2024
Does nutrition affect mental health, especially depression? Can food, vitamins or other dietary supplements help treat mental health problems? Let’s explore the role of highly processed foods in depression and discuss a few foods and supplements that can help treat...
Nov 14, 2023
The holiday season is something most people start looking forward to long before the Halloween candy has gone stale. For many, though, it quickly turns into a season that is a lot more fun to anticipate than actually be in...
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...
Dec 14, 2022
The holiday season can be overwhelming. The bright lights, the parties (and, oh yes, the expectations) can make anyone feel blue. One of the biggest and possibly most soul-crushing holiday expectations is to be, happy—joyous even.I’ve experienced this personally because...
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?...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
