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Suicide is the tenth leading cause of death in the United States, and rates of suicide have been rising in each of the last 15 years. Research has shown that more than one-third of people who die by suicide had a health care encounter in the week before their death, and half within a month […]
Comments or thoughts about suicide – also known as suicidal ideation – can begin small like “I wish I wasn’t here” or “nothing matters.” But over time, they can become more explicit and dangerous. Knowing the risk factors and warning signs can assist you in finding help for yourself, a loved one or a friend. […]
Research has found that 46% of people who die by suicide had a known mental health condition. Several other things may put a person at risk of suicide as well. Knowing the risk factors and warning signs can assist you in finding help for yourself, a loved one or a friend. Risk Factors for Suicide: […]
Suicide isn’t an easy topic to think about, let alone discuss — especially with someone you suspect is suicidal. But it is incredibly important that we do talk about it and get our loved ones the help they need to prevent them from reaching a point of crisis. September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Here’s […]
Help reduce stress and improve your overall health by adding this mind-body practice to your fall routine. Yoga for health and well-being from Medline.gov Yoga is a practice that connects the body, breath, and mind. It uses physical postures, breathing exercises, and meditation to improve overall health. Yoga was developed as a spiritual practice thousands […]
An anxiety attack can be terrifying, but it won’t kill you. If you want to overcome it, take a deep breath and know it will end soon. By Madeline R. Vann, MPH “Anxiety” is a general term that describes a variety of experiences, including nervousness, fear, apprehension, and worry, that are common in several […]
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Minnesota and the Upper Midwest Agricultural Safety and Health Center (UMASH) are partnering to provide suicide prevention classes tailored to farming communities. Classes are open to everyone and start this Thursday. Can’t make it this Thursday? This class will be presented several more times in the coming weeks, and […]
“While these adverse events, much like rough river waters, are certainly painful and difficult, they don’t have to determine the outcome of your life. There are many aspects of your life you can control, modify and grow with. That’s the role of resilience. Becoming more resilient not only helps you get through difficult circumstances, it […]
Tidying up can help you de-stress, gain a sense of control, and improve your state of mind in numerous ways. We’re living in a time when many of us feel overloaded with stress. Yet many of us don’t realize how our personal habits may be contributing to our angst and anxiety. By Stacey Colino […]
Stigma is a social virus. A virus that spreads when we reinforce the negative attitudes that shame and isolate those with mental health conditions. Let’s all work to end stigma and create hope for those affected by mental illness. Through powerful words and actions, we can shift the social and systemic barriers for those living […]
What is rumination? Has your head ever been filled with one single thought, or a string of thoughts, that just keep repeating… and repeating… and repeating themselves? The process of continuously thinking about the same thoughts, which tend to be sad or dark, is called rumination. A habit of rumination can be dangerous to your […]
Below is a great article found on Everyday Health Author David Blistein shares his personal tips on how to make the day a little less painful when you’re in the midst of major depression or anxiety. By David Blistein Last Updated: 4/24/2013 You’re so depressed you can’t get out of bed. You’re so anxious you […]
Anxiety Disorders Around 40 million Americans live with an anxiety disorder, which is more than the occasional worry or fear. For a person with an anxiety disorder, the anxiety does not go away and can get worse over time. For many, anxiety symptoms are temporary and end when worrisome events are over or with better […]