Tag: treatment
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Social Media and Mental Health
Lawrence Robinson and Melinda Smith, M.A. The role social media plays in mental health Human beings are social creatures. We need the companionship of others to thrive in life, and the strength of our connections has a huge impact on our mental health and happiness. Being socially connected to others can ease stress, anxiety, and…
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Working Virtually
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] John C Riley When Covid-19 displaced workers out of their offices most businesses/companies turned to remote work and Zoom. When college/universities were impacted they also moved over to Zoom. Having first hand experience doing the Zoom education it was interesting to say the least but it was familiar to me because a lot of…
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8 Quirky Ways to Boost Your Mood and Mental Health
Kristen Lee Ed.D., LICSW Well-being can feel elusive during times of global mental health crisis. The twists and turns of the pandemic require us to be agile in our mindsets and behaviors. Creative, nontraditional self-care strategies can serve to complement our existing wellness routines, bolstering optimism, awe, and gratitude. Self-care during chaotic times can feel…
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How to manage your mental health over Christmas
Rethink.org Staff Christmas can feel as though it is everywhere at this time of year. From November onwards, there is a steady stream of reminders that it is edging closer. The festive period can bring complex emotions for many – from feeling overwhelmed to feeling pure joy. But for some people, the more difficult emotions…
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The Role of Peers in Addiction Recovery
Michael’s House Addiction can be a very lonely experience that drives a wedge between a user and the world around him. By contrast, companionship is very important in recovery. Friends and loved ones offer a reservoir of support and inspiration to someone who is relearning how the world works. The role of peers in addiction recovery…
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Using VR (Virtual Reality) to Treat Social Anxiety
Guest Author for www.rtor.org Currently I am working on a Virtual Reality emersion therapy that involves fear of heights and I wanted to delve more into alternative therapy with VR because I am passionate about working in this field and merging mental health therapy with virtual reality. First, What is social anxiety? Social anxiety disorder…
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Media and The Portrayal of Mental Illness Disorders
Integrative Life Center Movies and television shows, as well as other forms of entertainment, have the ability to shape how we see the world. However, the portrayal of mental illness in the media is not often one that is portrayed accurately and studies show that they negatively influence public perception while sustaining the stigma. For…
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Veterans speak about substance abuse and PTSD…in Virtual Reality
John Riley A friend of mine named Syrmor Shiraz also know as just “Syrmor” on Youtube is a interviewer who speaks to many people online in a therapy session atmosphere. He has 1.1 million subscribers and for some reason. I see him as a unofficial therapist who actually listens and has also helped Veterans talk…
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The Power of Positivity in Addiction Recovery in Minneapolis
Optionsfamily.com When it comes to building a new life in addiction recovery from drugs or alcohol, the power of positivity is often underestimated. Focusing on long-term happiness can help each person live life to the fullest, in recovery from alcohol and drugs. Some people believe that if you look good, you feel good. Other people…
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A Break-Through Approach To Addiction And Behavioral Health Leads To Wellness For All
Laurel Donnellan In the fall of 2017, both serial entrepreneurs Jeffrey Vann and Gregg Champion founded START UP RECOVERY as a legacy business with the idea of disrupting an industry, creating a transformative leading-edge wellness brand and donating a percentage of its profits to organizations that serve those that are underprivileged. Patricia Meyers, a seasoned…