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Like anything, it’s important to practice moderation when using social media. Excessive use of social media can cause anxiety and harm your mental health.

Watch Jackson House CEO Dr. Bruce Figuered on Good Business San Diego with Roy Robertson, as he works to debunk some of the misconceptions surrounding substance abuse and addiction. He points out that the idea of choice can fade away as you or your loved one slips into addiction, and the importance of treating the mental health aspects of the disease as well as the physical. Ja ...

After having served their country, some veterans often return to civilian life with unique challenges, both mental and physical. Addressing these issues usually requires a multifaceted approach, including mental health services, medical care, community support, and access to resources that can aid in the adjustment process. Recognizing and addressing these everyday struggles is vital for veterans' well-being and successful reintegration into civilian life.

Mental health impacts every area of your life and is just as important as physical health. If you live in the Southern California (SoCal) region, practicing mindfulness with a number of unique activities can help you to ground yourself in the present and support good mental health habits.

Veterans often carry with them the effects of their service long after it ends, with past traumas and adaptation to civilian life often creating unique mental health difficulties. These challenges can then make daily life an internal battleground that manifests into conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, and anxiety.

It’s important to try and differentiate between what constitutes holiday blues and something more serious like clinical depression so that treatment options can be explored. In this post, we’ll help unwrap this difficult subject matter so you can distinguish seasonal sadness from more prolonged depression.

It's crucial to lean on the company of those who are close to you and seek healthy coping strategies. Having a strong support network of individuals can make a world of difference throughout the holiday season and beyond.

Have you been looking for ways to give back to those who have given so much for our country? National Warrior Call Day is the perfect chance to do just that; not just with salutes or thanks, but by reaching out and helping veterans access any help that may be necessary.

Let's delve deeper into what Veteran’s Day truly stands for and ways we can extend our appreciation year round by showing our gratitude toward those who served.

In this article, we discuss the relationship between sleep hygiene and your mental health, so you can see how the two interlink and why it’s important to get a good night’s sleep.