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Teaching is known to be one of the most stressful professions, with surveys indicating high stress levels among educators even before the COVID-19 pandemic. The transition to online learning, debates over school reopening, and individual safety concerns only added to teachers' mental health challenges and potential burnout. According to a…

En la cultura del cannabis, el 420 (o 4:20 o 20 de abril) se reconoce como fiesta nacional del consumo de cannabis. Aunque la historia de cómo surgió esta festividad no está clara, hay muchas maneras en que los adultos planean disfrutar y celebrar. Recuerde, en Connecticut, SÓLO el cannabis…

¿Qué es 988? ¿Puedo utilizar 988 solo si estoy experimentando una crisis de salud mental? 988 Lifeline responde las 24 horas del día, los 7 días de la semana a llamadas, chats o mensajes de texto de cualquier persona que necesite apoyo para crisis suicidas, de salud mental o de…

What is 988? Can I only utilize 988 if I am experiencing a mental health crisis?  The 988 Lifeline responds 24/7 to calls, chats or texts from anyone who needs support for suicidal, mental health, and/or substance use crisis, and connects those in need with trained crisis counselors. There are…

In cannabis culture, 420 (or 4:20 or April 20th), is recognized as a national holiday of cannabis use. Although the history of how this holiday came to be is unclear, regardless, there are many ways in which adults plan to indulge and celebrate. Remember, in Connecticut, ONLY adult-use cannabis is legal.…

Healthier Employees Make Businesses Thrive The pandemic made many people realize just how much of their lives are spent at work and prompted some to make changes to be healthier and thrive. For those in recovery from mental health conditions and substance use disorders, the workplace can be a challenging…

Dormir es crucial para una buena salud mental A menudo se pasa por alto el sueño en nuestras vidas ocupadas, pero no se puede subestimar su impacto en el bienestar físico y mental. Un sueño de calidad no se trata sólo de sentirse descansado; juega un papel fundamental en el…

Sleep is crucial for good mental health Sleep is often overlooked in our busy lives, but its impact on both physical and mental well-being cannot be overstated. Quality sleep is not just about feeling rested; it plays a fundamental role in maintaining overall health. In fact, getting a good night’s sleep…

La soledad y su impacto en nuestra salud La pandemia puso en primer plano el tema de la soledad y destacó la importancia de la conexión social. Nos permitió ver en tiempo real cómo la conexión social y la falta de ella afecta nuestra salud y bienestar. Nuestras vidas tienen…

Loneliness and its impact on our health The pandemic brought the issue of loneliness to the forefront and highlighted the importance of social connection. It allowed us to see in real-time how social connection and the lack of it affects our health and wellbeing. Our lives have built-in opportunities for…

Loneliness and its impact on our health The pandemic brought the issue of loneliness to the forefront and highlighted the importance of social connection. It allowed us to see in real-time how social connection and the lack of it affects our health and wellbeing. Our lives have built-in opportunities for…

Healthier Employees Make Businesses Thrive The pandemic made many people realize just how much of their lives are spent at work and prompted some to make changes to be healthier and thrive. For those in recovery from mental health conditions and substance use disorders, the workplace can be a challenging…

It takes longer than you think, but it is possible! Did you make a New Year’s resolution this year? A 2022 poll found 37% of respondents make resolutions and another study showed two out of five set at least one goal for the year. Although intentions are good, how likely are…

It takes longer than you think, but it is possible! Did you make a New Year’s resolution this year? A 2022 poll found 37% of respondents make resolutions and another study showed two out of five set at least one goal for the year. Although intentions are good, how likely are…

Con el paso de los años, las vacaciones se han vuelto más exigentes y complejas. Nuestras agendas se han vuelto más ocupadas y la presión de crear unas vacaciones dignas de Instagram ha dejado a muchos sintiéndose agotados y derrotados. Si a eso le sumamos la tensión financiera que siente…

As the years have progressed, holidays have become more demanding and complex. Our schedules have gotten busier, and the pressure of creating an Instagrammable holiday has left many feeling exhausted and defeated. Add to that the financial strain people feel, and the holiday season becomes anything but enjoyable. As more…

What is generational trauma? Generational trauma, also known as intergenerational or transgenerational trauma, is the passing down of traumatic experiences or stressors from one generation to the next. It is a form of trauma that is transmitted within a family or community, passed from a trauma survivor to their descendents.…

What is generational trauma? Generational trauma, also known as intergenerational or transgenerational trauma, is the passing down of traumatic experiences or stressors from one generation to the next. It is a form of trauma that is transmitted within a family or community, passed from a trauma survivor to their descendents.…

El trastorno de estrés postraumático (TEPT) no es una afección nueva, y es posible que el término trauma sea uno que se haya escuchado con mucha más frecuencia últimamente, pero nuestra comprensión sobre él y nuestra necesidad de abordar su significado ha ido cambiando rápidamente. Es necesario abordar el estigma…

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is not a new condition, and the term trauma may be one you have been hearing a lot more lately, but our understanding of them and our need to address its significance has been rapidly shifting. The stigma and go-to associations need to be addressed because,…

La depresión y la ansiedad no son una parte normal del envejecimiento. Envejecer debe estar lleno de días relajantes con amigos y familiares. Sin embargo, para casi el 20% de los estadounidenses de 55 años o más, sus “años dorados” se ven empañados por problemas de salud mental, siendo los…

A medida que exploramos los problemas de salud mental que afectan a los hombres durante el mes de junio, estamos creando conciencia sobre un problema que a menudo se asocia solo con las mujeres: la depresión posparto. Según Postpartum Support International, 1 de cada 10 padres desarrolla depresión posparto y…

Síntomas a los que hay que estar atentos, recursos de tratamiento y apoyo, y consejos para parejas y familiares No es un secreto que el embarazo, el parto y el salto a la maternidad tienen un costo físico importante para las madres. Sin embargo, muchas nuevas mamás y sus parejas…