Mental Health

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Understanding Substance Abuse

Fact vs. Fiction In 2019, 20.4 million Americans reported a substance use disorder in the last 12 months, according to the Substance Abuse and Mental

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Is It an Anxiety Disorder?

How Much Worry is Too Much?   We all stress about things, but your level of worry could be indicative of something more serious.  

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Better Body Image

Take a look in the mirror. What comes to mind?   Nicole Walter, a licensed professional counselor at Henegar Counseling Center, shares her thoughts on

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5 Signs of Eating Disorders

Up to 13% of our youth will experience at least one eating disorder by age 20. Are you paying attention to the signs? In society

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More than the Winter Blues

Recognizing and Treating Seasonal Depression Shorter days, decreasing sunlight, and erratic temperatures mark the changing of the seasons. While it’s easy to look forward to

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The Importance of Socialization

Making an effort to socialize with friends and family can not only make you happier, it has many health benefits too. Mind and body respond

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Identifying Addiction

Learn How to Recognize Addiction The term “addiction” often calls to mind drug users and gamblers. But addiction – a complex disease that affects millions

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Managing Caregiver Stress

While helping a loved one cope with disability, illness, or the effects of aging can make you feel useful and caring, it can also take

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Aging and Depression

One of the most common mental health issues facing older adults today, depression is more than just “the blues.” Fortunately, it’s treatable. What Is Depression?

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Substance Abuse in Seniors

For many people, the idea of substance abuse conjures up images of young adults at 3 a.m. closing down a bar. But in reality, this

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