Let’s face it. From Halloween all the way through Christmas and Hanukkah, holidays are stressful. During the holidays, all the way from Halloween to New Year’s Day, stress runs rampant daily. And even if it’s not the holidays, there are many cognitive benefits of puzzles. Take a read with me at what we’re going to discuss in this article. Continue reading “The Cognitive Benefits of Puzzles: An Exploration”
If you or someone you know is facing mental health challenges or thoughts of suicide, there is help out there. One important resource is the 988 crisis hotline. What could be easier than dialing three easy-to-remember numbers to get help when you need someone to talk to? This article will explain what the 988 crisis hotline is, how it works, and how it can provide the mental health support you need. Continue reading “Understanding the 988 Crisis Hotline”
by Dr. Carmen Harra
Now that the pandemic has subsided and restrictions have been lifted, people have returned to their typical social ways: we are witnessing an unprecedented amount of traveling, gathering, and overall celebrating. But many of us still feel alone despite our return to “normality.” How can we explain this? Loneliness that lingers is not healthy. Forlorn feelings are signals from your inner self that something is wrong on a deeper level and that certain aspects of your life must change. Continue reading “Stop Post-Pandemic Loneliness”
