What is Stress and Anxiety? Everyone can experience anxiety. It is an unpleasant feeling, accompanied by physical symptoms such as headaches tightness in the chest, stomach discomfort, restlessness increased heart
Read moreEducation: Mental Health Awareness & Alcoholism
I am honored to speak to the Georgia Indian Nurses Association (GINA) in collaboration with the Indian American Nurses Association of North Carolina and Indian Nurses Association of South Florida
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PTSD Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder may occur from exposure to real or threatened serious physical and mental injury such as childhood trauma, natural disasters, motor vehicle accidents, intimate partner violence, domestic
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What is Trauma-Informed Care? As a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, I am aware of neuroscience, genetics, epidemiology, and other risk factors that can put someone at higher risk for
Read morePrayer and Spirituality
July 5, 2021
by Andy
There are many types of religion that include Christianity, Islam, and Judaism. A Harvard study by Professor Tyler VanderWeele found that those who pray daily had fewer depressive episodes and
Read moreTips for a Better Sleep
Sleep Hygiene Wind down at least 20 minutes before bedtime Have a sleep routine even on the weekends. Remove all electronic devices. Bright light hinders the production of melatonin. This
Read more8 tips for a happier and healthier life
Think happy thoughts for others around you Increase your physical activity. Do something you like. Choose colorful food that nourishes the body. Have a bedtime routine even on weekends. Sleep
Read more5 Easy Ways for Stress Reduction
5 Easy Ways for Stress Reduction When we have chronic stress, feelings of being overwhelmed, our physical health is affected. Here are 5 ways to decrease your stress. EXERCISE. Increase
Read more10 Easy Self-Care Tips
Most of us lead a very busy life. It is important to focus on yourself daily. Here are some easy self-care tips that you can do daily. Smile at yourself
Read moreSuicide Prevention Walk
According to the National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report (2019), the suicide rate among Veterans is 1.5 times greater than the non-Veteran population ages 18+, with over 6,000 Veterans dying
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What is delirium? Delirium is a common clinical syndrome that is usually caused by a physical illness, general medical condition, drugs, substance intoxication or withdrawal, or other multiple etiologies. Delirium
Read moreVeteran Suicide Prevention & Awareness
Suicide is preventable. There is evidence-based research that is effective in overcoming suicidal thoughts. According to the Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans account for 13.5% of all suicide deaths in
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