From Burnout to Sustainable Change: A Practical Reset Plan

Mental Health

The word “burnout” gets used a lot.    People say they are burned out on work, caregiving, or even social media. In clinical settings, we use the term more precisely. The World Health Organization describes burnout in the International Classification of Diseases...

Supporting Older Adults’ Mental Health in Region Five

Mental Health, Senior Care

As people age, we tend to focus on physical health: blood pressure, arthritis, falls, medications. Mental health often gets pushed to the side, or quietly written off as “just getting older.” Clinically, we know that is not accurate. Depression and anxiety are not a...

Small Daily Habits That Support Anxiety and Mood

Mental Health, Mental Health Supports

Many people look for a big solution to anxiety or low mood.  In reality, research keeps pointing back to something quieter and more hopeful: small daily habits.  The way you sleep, move, and connect with other people can either increase your risk for anxiety and...

“I Can’t Ever Relax”: Why Your Body Won’t Power Down and What Actually Helps

Mental Health

If you feel like you are always on, you are not alone. Your mind keeps scanning for problems. Your shoulders creep up toward your ears. Even on the couch, your body is braced for the next thing. You try a night off or a vacation day and still feel wired. As licensed...

Brain Fog: Is It Aging or Something More Serious?

Mental Health

Some days it is not sadness or stress. It is just fuzzy. You reread the same email, lose your train of thought mid-sentence, or blank on a word that used to come easily. If that sounds familiar, you are not alone. Across Region Five communities, including Norfolk,...

What Are the Signs of Childhood Depression?

Mental Health

Depression can affect anyone at any stage of life, and sadly, children are no exception.  While some symptoms in kids may look similar to those in adults, young people can also show signs of depression that are unique to them. These signs aren’t always obvious,...