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Our mental health experts at CHI Health offer advice and resources to people struggling with mental illness and disorders, such as depression, anxiety, and more.

Merry or Meltdown? Holiday Break Tips for Families

By Monica Arora, MD

DEC 03, 2024 | Mental Health, Parenting

Winter break from school can pose challenges for families while parents juggle work, screen time and managing expectations.

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Volunteer Your Way to a Happier You
By Jamie Ryder, PhD, MS OCT 29, 2024 | Mental Health
Volunteering is a great way to get reconnected to others, increase self confidence and decrease feelings of anxiety and depression.
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9 Tips for Navigating Political Conversations
By CHI Health Behavioral Care Team OCT 18, 2024 | Mental Health
Political conversations can be hard, but emphasizing good intent and avoiding generalizations are two ways to keep relationships intact.
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Build Your Mental Health Toolkit
By Chanda Nunnenkamp, APRN OCT 02, 2024 | Mental Health, Wellness
Think of a mental health toolkit as a collection of strategies you can access whenever you need them. It’s about equipping yourself to handle challenges in a healthy way.
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Screenager Safety: 6 Savvy Tips for Parents
By Joseph Nelson, LIMHP, PLADC OCT 01, 2024 | Mental Health, Parenting
Having open conversation, creating a family media plan and role modeling good digital media habits are three ways you can help keep your kids safe online.
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Time Warp: Living with ADHD Time Blindness
By Melina Hickey, LIMHP SEP 13, 2024 | Mental Health
Time blindness is a frustrating symptom of ADHD, causing difficulty with time management. Strategic planning of a day and certain technology can help.
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Meth Use: Don’t Miss the Signs
By William Nelson, LIMHP SEP 09, 2024 | Mental Health
Methamphetamine is the primary cause of stimulant overdoses, other than cocaine. There are physical, mental and behavioral signs of meth use, but also many options for overcoming this addiction.
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