Americans will soon be able to call or text 988 to talk to mental health counselors with the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Next week, all 50 states will roll out the new number for the crisis hotline so those experiencing…
With one out of five people experiencing a mental health condition every year, mental illness can create a ripple effect within our families and communities, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). The uncertainty of COVID took a toll…
Trust is one of the foundations on which a therapeutic relationship between a patient and mental health expert is built. Dr. Brandon Santan, PhD, LPC-MHSP, NCC, BC-TMH, CCMHC, is a licensed therapist in the Chattanooga, TN area and specializes in…
There’s a reason why many people choose beach vacations when they’re planning a getaway. Oceans and “blue spaces” can help improve your mental health, according to research. One 2024 study published in Environment and Behavior showed that people who watched…
At some point in our lives, most of us have been knocked out by a virus. We know what it’s like to be so tired we can barely make it from bed to the bathroom, to be so achy that…
Ignoring negative feelings when they come to the surface is something many people do. Maybe you were hurt by something a friend said but chose not to say anything to them, or you were having a bad day but put…
In the wake of COVID-19 — during which misinformation ran rampant and health-related fear-mongering relegated people to their homes, derailing everyday life across the globe — it’s no surprise that the idea of getting sick became a source of anxiety…
If you’ve ever gone through the process of finding an antidepressant, you might be familiar with the trial-and-error involved. Finding the right medication can be frustrating, time-consuming, and can bring on a whole slew of unwanted side effects. However, researchers…
The experience of viewing a masterful piece of art — like a painting, a dance, or a film — has the power to pull directly at your emotions. You might recall the last time that a work of art left…
Bellamy Young might be known for her roles in “Scandal” and “Promised Land,” but her upcoming stage performance, “Bonded,” brings awareness about survivors of family trauma. Young’s one-day performance will benefit MenHealing, a charity that helps men over 18 heal…
