Darlene Steinkamp, RN, is an accomplished young woman pursuing her doctorate in nursing practice with a goal to work in an ICU as a nurse practitioner. She is also competing to be named Miss Illinois this summer and using her…
The teenage years are challenging enough without adding a global pandemic. Throughout the duration of COVID-19, with mandatory lockdowns, remote school and increased isolation, seven out of every ten teenagers reported struggles with mental health. An online survey through The…
Social stigma against mental illness often prevents people – especially men, minorities and older adults – from seeking treatment. “If you don’t feel comfortable enough to talk to a friend about your mental health struggles, you’re certainly not going to…
Nearly 20 percent of all adults in the United States experience mental illness at some point in their lives. Stress, depression, anxiety all can interfere with the routine tasks of everyday life. Here’s what you need to know. Depression: the…
Brief mid-winter breaks from brutally cold weather conditions provide a perfect opportunity to head outside and practice mindful movement. What exactly is mindful movement? It is when you take the opportunity to check in with your body and move in…
Often the biggest hurdle to getting help is recognizing you need help. Once you or a loved one makes that determination, there are important resources available. Memorial Behavioral Health Emotional Support Line Operates Monday through Friday 8 a.m. – 8…
There have been few breaks from grief and loss as the pandemic grinds on. Many have lost a family member, friend, colleague or community acquaintance. Others have mourned the loss of predictable routines and normal interactions with loved ones. Students…
Millions of Americans struggle with suicidal thoughts or suicidal ideation. Anyone can experience thoughts of suicide, and it does not always result in a suicide attempt. Factors that can increase the risk of suicide include: social isolation, serious illness, legal…
Times are stressful all over, but when anxiety brings you down at the workplace, consider using the buddy system. “The buddy system is a great technique to help one another cope and manage emotions during stressful times,” said Tisha Bayless,…
A mental health crisis is frightening. Often it can be difficult to determine the right course of action—will an appointment with a behavioral health professional help or does the crisis require a trip to the Emergency Department (ED)? First, if…