Tag: Mental Wellness

  • You Are Not Alone, You Are Loved: Depression Awareness Month  

    You Are Not Alone, You Are Loved: Depression Awareness Month  

    October is Depression Awareness month, where we recognize the leading cause of disability in the world as measured by years lived with disability1. The book Prozac Nation was published in 1994 by author Elizabeth Wurtzel who documented her experiences with atypical depression. This book, despite having mixed reviews, shed light on the impact of depression

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  • Controlling Your Emotional Energy

    Controlling Your Emotional Energy

    Emotions are a form of energy that impacts our feelings, perceptions, and actions. Our emotional energy can impact both our physical and mental wellness. For example, our body reacts to stress and anxiety. We can experience increased heart rate, gastrointestinal changes, sleep disturbances, hives, and rashes. Stress, anxiety, and other negative emotions can contribute to

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