Tips and Advice from Experts

As the days get shorter and colder, it’s not uncommon to experience changes in mood or activity. For some, these feelings can come and go without interfering with their daily lives. For others, they may experience seasonal affective disorder (SAD, pronounced S-A-D), a type of diagnosable depression.

Trauma and how a person responds to it is unique to every individual. People who have experienced a similar trauma may react and carry their trauma in different ways.

Getting adequate rest is one of the most important things we can do for our mental and physical well-being.

Above all, Brandon emphasized the importance of connection, “We talk about people in crisis and what helps them sustain recovery. The answer is almost always connection.”

A popular tool among mental health professionals, cognitive behavioral therapy, often referred to as CBT, helps individuals examine their thoughts and recognize their behavioral patterns.

To be supportive, it’s important to know how to reach out to a loved one who may need help.

While many are excited for this summer, many may also feel conflicted.