Are you SAD in Summer? Does the time of year affect how you feel? Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that occurs at a certain time of year—usually winter. However, SAD can …

3 Reasons to Take to the Woods this Summer If you’ve ever immersed yourself in nature and felt a profound sense of calm wash over you, then you know why John Muir’s famous quote resonates …

Netflix and Nature Go Head to Head As tempting as it may be to sit down after the end of a long work day and watch the newest season of Orange is the New Black, …

How Michigan’s EAP is Utilizing Mental Health Screenings Hundreds of organizations utilize programming from Screening for Mental Health. From high schools and colleges, to hospitals and local governments, these screening tools can make a difference …

Myth Busting: College Mental Health Programming It is well known that college students can struggle with mental illness. Despite this fact, implementing quality, effective mental health programming is often met with resistance. Misperceptions around cost, …

The Importance of Early Intervention in Behaviorally Healthy Communities We know the importance of prevention when it comes to physical illness. Routine checkups, screenings, and general awareness can be effective strategies to catching a disease …

Our Children’s Mental Health Matters Children are often thought of as being too young for mental illness. However, depression, anxiety, and many other disorders can affect children of all ages. In fact, 50% of all …

How to Help Your Depressed Teen Parenting a teenager comes with many ups and downs. Your teenager is beginning to live life with more independence and freedom. School work and social lives can be demanding …

Exercise in Teens to Fight Depression Many teens will struggle with depression before reaching adulthood. In fact, according to the National Institute of Mental Health, Between 10 to 15 percent of teenagers have some symptoms …