Part of being a parent includes navigating challenging topics with your children. Talking to your child about mental illness is important but doesn’t have to be difficult. At a young age, children can experience mood …

Mental Health in the Family: Senior Adults Our series of blog posts in November will focus on mental health in the family. Mental illness can affect us all and in different ways. Children will experience …

Halloween and Mental Illness This time of year is known for beautiful fall foliage, apple picking, and Halloween. Many people spend time stocking up on candy, decorations, and maybe even planning a party or scary …

Bringing Depression Out of The Shadows In Startups This week’s blog post comes from Brad Feld, a managing director at Foundry Group in Boulder, Colorado. Brad is an entrepreneur and blogger who frequently writes about …

Manage Stress, Do Not Eliminate It What are the top five stressors in your life right now? Write them down and set them aside. So what is stress? Stress is a condition or feeling experienced …

Mental Health Hurdles for College Athletes The transition from high school to college can be an exciting and challenging time for student athletes. New friends, dorm life, classes, and extracurriculars are all part of the …

Though social media has experienced an exponential rise in popularity, its effects on mental health are still under investigation. Some evidence suggests that social media helps people stay connected, and social connection is a powerful …

Promoting Friendship and Mental Health Friendships enrich our lives in many ways. Healthy relationships provide emotional support, stability, and stress-reduction. In some ways, friendships can help support our mental health. The Will to Live Foundation …

How a Former Red Sox Pitcher Is Increasing Youth Mental Health Awareness The Will To Live Foundation is an example of the powerful and positive changes that can emerge from a tragic situation. John Trautwein …