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Holiday Work Parties and Alcohol Don’t Always Mix

Posted on December 15, 2014

If your organization is throwing a holiday party this month there may be mixed feelings from employees floating throughout the office. Some undoubtedly will welcome the break from work and others may have some reservations about socializing with coworkers outside of the office. The fact that many office parties revolve around alcohol can definitely complicate matters for everyone.

Posted on
December 15, 2014

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Staying On Top of Holiday Stress

Posted on December 08, 2014

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The holiday season is filled with so much to enjoy. Shopping, parties, time with family, and an abundance of sweet treats are all part of the fun, but these traditions can also be sources of stress. In contrast to anticipated holiday cheer, many individuals will find themselves overwhelmed with feelings of stress, anxiety, and even depression.

Posted on
December 08, 2014

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Psoriasis and Depression: What’s the connection?

Posted on October 16, 2014

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You may not realize that psoriasis is more than just a “skin” thing. According to the National Psoriasis Foundation (NPF), it’s the most common autoimmune disease in the country, affecting up to 7.5 million Americans. Psoriasis occurs when the immune system sends out faulty signals that speed up the growth cycle of skin cells. It causes the skin to appear as red, scaly patches that itch, crack and bleed. It’s not contagious, but because of its visible nature on the skin, people with psoriasis often face stigma and public discrimination.

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October 16, 2014

Anxiety is a Physical Reality

Posted on October 06, 2014

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More often than not, when I have an anxiety attack it’s the physical symptoms that first alert me to it. My heart feels like it’s pounding out of my chest, it feels difficult to catch a breath, and I have this unnerving feeling that I can do nothing to calm down. For me, my anxiety is very much a physical reality as well as a mental one, which is why our contradictory reactions to mental and physical illnesses as a society are so inconceivable to me.

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October 06, 2014

Making Employee Mental Health Your Business

Posted on August 26, 2014

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How does mental illness affect your life? It is likely that you, and every employee in your place of work, know someone who has a mental illness. In fact, it is estimated that about one-third of those with a mental illness are employed.

Posted on
August 26, 2014

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