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FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — If you or someone you know is in emotional distress or considering suicide, call the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255).Suicide is one of the leading causes of death, according to federal health data.”That is a sign that depressive symptoms and anxiety symptoms are really severe,” said Dr. Amy Parks, the Executive Director of NAMI Fresno.A new study in the Journal of the American Medical Association looked at how loneliness and feelings of depression and anxiety are linked to suicide.Researchers looked at over 62,000 U.S. adults and they found that about 6…
RALEIGH, N.C. – The National Hockey League’s Carolina Hurricanes will host Mental Health Awareness Night presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC) on Wednesday, March 18th, when the team hosts the Pittsburgh Penguins at 7 p.m. The NHL’s Hockey Talks initiative encourages conversations about mental well-being and reducing stigmas associated with mental health. Fans can complete a Hockey Talks sign, focused on positive affirmations and words of encouragement. Signs will be shared with the players at the game in the fan tunnel and on the concourse. Fans are encouraged to send a special message to…
Understanding the signs of gambling addiction and how to seek help What is Gambling Addiction? Gambling addiction, also known as compulsive gambling, is a behavioral addiction characterized by an uncontrollable urge to gamble despite the negative consequences. This addiction can lead to significant financial, emotional, and social issues. Individuals struggling with this problem often prioritize gambling over important aspects of their life, including relationships, work, and personal health. Engaging in activities like online casino gaming can create a false sense of security, making it harder to recognize the risks involved. The thrill of gambling can create a cycle of excitement…
Members of UCS Crisis Team: Rachel Burnham, Robert Condolora, and Vicky Potter United Counseling Service (UCS) program expanded to meet critical community need A three-bed Integrated Crisis Stabilization Services (ICSS) Program aims to meet essential community needs in Bennington County. ICSS is offered by UCS, a nonprofit community-based agency, and part of the Vermont Care Partners (VCP) network, and is based at the Battelle House in Bennington, VT. ICSS reduces barriers to treatment by combining a Public Inebriate Program (PIP) with mental health crisis stabilization providing short-term support for adults experiencing mental health and/or substance use crises. ICSS is an…
4. Eat to support your body—especially if you’re on a GLP-1When you’re working toward lifelong health and fitness habits, what you eat matters. Picking the right foods—ones that will replenish your body after a sweaty workout and keep you energized throughout the day—will keep you feeling good day after day.This is especially true if you’re on a GLP-1. Many clinicians recommend small, more frequent meals that are packed with protein, like nuts, seeds, beans, lentils, Greek yogurt, and salmon. Keep in mind: It’s okay to find a few recipes you really love, and put them on repeat.Balance is key. Along…
Two Oakland County high school students are encouraging people to spend less time on phones and other digital devices through a health awareness campaign called The Unplug Project. Students Anushka and Ruha created the project as part of a Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) competition focused on community health education. “We’re competing in an event called community awareness, where we get to choose a topic and raise awareness about it to our community,” Anushka said during a recent appearance on the Now You Novi Podcast. “This year, we chose the overuse of screens.” The students define screen time as…
Key Insights For decades, doctors, neuroscientists, and the public have linked depression and other mental conditions to atypical serotonin levels. Recent studies have raised doubts about that hypothesis and thus about the biochemical mechanisms of the most common medications used to treat depression, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Simultaneously, potential non-SSRI treatments for mental illness have connections to the serotonin system too, strengthening the argument for the neurotransmitter’s role. Houston considered himself lucky to have lived the majority of his life without experiencing anxiety. Still, that meant that when his panic attacks started in 2022, it felt like going…
Migraines aren’t just headaches. Dr Priyanka Sehrawat shares expert tips on diet, sleep, exercise, and lifestyle changes to reduce migraine frequency and severity.
As potency rises, even preteens are experiencing severe health effects, forcing families to seek emergency care for cannabis-related conditions. Johnny was a model student. He had a 4.0 GPA, scored 800 out of 800 on the math section of his SAT, loved Jesus and had his first hit of marijuana at age 14.He, like three in 10 current cannabis users, couldn’t stop. For five years, his family dealt with Johnny’s paranoia, delusions and psychotic episodes. At age 19, he told his mother, “You were right about the marijuana…. It’s ruined my mind and my life. I’m sorry, and I love you.”Three…
Under SSP Jalandhar Rural, Harvinder Singh Virk, a special initiative has been launched in the Mehatpur area as part of the Yudh Nashiyan Virudh campaign, to combat drug addiction and promote rehabilitation. The Jalandhar rural police today admitted two youths to a drug de-addiction as part of the initiative while also clarifying that that no legal action will be taken against drug users who voluntarily come forward for treatment.Notably, a slew of drug related deaths recently rocked Mehatpur, covered in detail by The Tribune, following which the police had intensified its drive against drugs in the area. Formerly a CASO…