Well-being NewsFeed

December 3, 2024

TimelyCare Serves Millions at 350 US Campuses

TimelyCare, a virtual health and well-being provider founded in 2017, serves millions of students at over 350 campuses nationwide with its comprehensive suite of services including mental health counseling, medical care, and student success coaching. Nerd HQ, relaunched by Levi in 2023, aims to provide free therapy to those unable to afford it, with a focus on STEAM education and community building. Both organizations aim to improve the health and well-being of campus communities, with TimelyCare specifically targeting students, educators, and staff, while Nerd HQ focuses on providing accessible mental health resources to all.

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/actor-zachary-levis-nerd-hq-partners-with-timelycare-to-provide-free-mental-health-therapy-302321403.html

December 2, 2024

Dito Launches Youth Mental Health Program

Indonesia's Minister of Communications and Information, Dito Ariotedjo, has launched a youth mental health program to address issues such as gambling, relationship problems, and financial struggles that may lead young people to engage in destructive behavior. The program is part of the ministry's efforts to promote digital literacy and ensure that future generations use technology for the greater good. This initiative is also related to Indonesia's broader efforts to combat online gambling, with preachers playing a key role in this effort as stated by Minister Ariotedjo.

https://en.antaranews.com/news/336601/teenagers-affected-by-online-gambling-must-be-rehabilitated-ministry?utm_source=antaranews&utm_medium=desktop&utm_campaign=top_news

Par for the Emotions: Golf's Soothing Effect

The author credits golf with helping them manage their emotions, particularly during dramatic mood swings experienced in high school. They found that engaging in golf activities would temporarily alleviate these feelings, much like a good shot on the course would clear a dark cloud of emotion. As an adult, the author continues to play golf, attributing its benefits to their personal growth and development.

https://www.insider.com/golf-taught-me-how-to-regulate-my-emotions-mental-health-2024-12

December 1, 2024

Schizophrenia Survivor Shares Her Raw, Honest Story

A woman has shared a personal account of living with schizophrenia on TikTok, describing her hallucinations and experiences with mental illness. The video sparked a supportive response from other users who commended her for speaking out about her condition.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14131553/woman-schizophrenia-reveals-hallucinations-symptoms.html

November 30, 2024

988 Hotline Sees Rise in Support Calls

The Canadian crisis hotline 988 is seeing an increase in calls from individuals seeking support for others, not just those in acute crisis situations. According to Melody Grant, a supervisor at the Gerstein Crisis Centre, they are receiving calls from people who have historically not accessed services before, indicating that the expanded and marketed service is reaching a broader demographic.

https://www.ctvnews.ca/health/absolutely-been-a-success-responders-looks-back-at-988-canada-s-suicide-crisis-helpline-one-year-later-1.7129072

Finding Solace in Holiday Journaling with Sarah

The author suggests that individuals can build emotional resilience during the holiday season by incorporating various practices, including journaling, into their daily routine. They recommend starting with one practice at a time, specifically journaling, which they initially believed required an hour-long commitment each day. However, they now understand that journaling can be as simple as taking a few minutes to reflect on one's thoughts and feelings. The author shares personal anecdotes about the holiday season, including a particularly difficult Christmas when their daughter passed away, highlighting the importance of self-care during this time.

https://www.deseret.com/opinion/2024/11/30/enjoying-christmas-reducing-stress-self-care-journaling-to-do-lists/

Finding Solace in Gratitude on Thanksgiving Days

The author reflects on the importance of gratitude, particularly during Thanksgiving. They note that when they feel anxious or depressed, it is often a reminder that their practice of gratitude has been neglected. The author finds solace in pausing to reflect and hold space for gratitude, which they believe binds them to the divine and to others.

https://www.deseret.com/opinion/2024/11/27/gratitude-faith-joy-thanksgiving-thoughts/

Mahesh Kumarasinghe Teaches Compassion in Caregiving

Mahesh Kumarasinghe, a Buddhist monk, is leading stress management and burnout prevention sessions for staff at Sunrise Senior Living in Prospect Heights. He applies the principles of love and compassion that he practices as a monk to help caregivers provide exceptional care to residents.

https://www.dailyherald.com/20241127/news/care-love-and-compassion-monk-brings-buddhist-teachings-to-senior-living/

November 26, 2024

Catherine Platten's Journey from Darkness to Light

Catherine Platten, an Emmy award winner, has spoken about overcoming depression, describing it as a "miracle" that she was able to heal from the condition. She credits therapy and journaling with helping her cope with the emotional challenges she still faces, stating that she has learned to accept and love herself, which is what she is most grateful for.

https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1255166-rachel-platten-ready-to-shine-at-thanksgiving-after-years-of-anxiety