Health and wellness expert Dr. Michael J. Breus recommends practicing stress reduction techniques such as meditation or yoga to calm the body and mind before going shopping. He suggests using specific breathing exercises like 4-7-8 breathing or box breathing to help manage stress levels. Additionally, Dr. Breus advises being strategic about when to shop, avoiding times when one may feel hungry, tired, lonely, or stressed, as exemplified by his colleague Dr. Michelle Frates' advice.
https://www.gulftoday.ae/opinion/2024/12/19/christmas-holiday-shopping-doesnt-have-to-be-stressfulDr. Sibley suggests that effective treatment for adult ADHD should combine both medication and non-medication approaches to help individuals manage their symptoms and take control of their lives. This approach is not reflected in the study, which highlights the need for further research on long-term treatments and combinations of treatments, particularly among adults with ADHD.
https://www.ctvnews.ca/health/what-s-the-best-treatment-for-adhd-large-new-study-offers-clues-1.7150865Health Net Behavioral Health provides crisis support services 24/7 through a hotline at 1-800-675-6110 (TTY: 711) and offers video medical appointments for members who cannot reach their primary care provider during an emergency. Members can access telehealth services by referring to their ID card or registering on HealthNet.com. Health Net, a company of Centene Corporation, provides health plans for individuals, families, businesses, and those eligible for Medi-Cal or Medicare, serving over 3 million members across California with more than 90,000 network providers. The company offers various services including substance abuse programs, behavioral health services, employee assistance programs, and managed healthcare products related to prescription drugs through its subsidiaries: Health Net of California, Inc., Health Net Life Insurance Company, and Health Net Community Solutions, Inc.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/health-net-providing-special-assistance-to-members-affected-by-bird-flu-throughout-california-302335614.htmlGerry Friesen, the Chief Administrative Officer of the Manitoba Farmer Wellness Program (MFWP), struggled with anxiety and depression in 2004 due to the volatility of the hog industry and his own personal expectations. He was raised in an environment where mental health issues were stigmatized, leading him to initially hide his struggles.
https://globalnews.ca/news/10926474/farmer-mental-health-manitoba/Julie Trosper, Director Of Behavioral Health at Alluvion, warns that the holiday season can exacerbate feelings of grief and stress due to increased time with family and financial pressures. A survey by Thrivent found that two-thirds of Americans are struggling with financial stressors such as rent and groceries due to inflation. To cope with these challenges, Trosper suggests setting boundaries, taking time for self-care, and reaching out for support. Steve Blanchard, a Thrivent Financial Advisor, recommends budgeting for the holidays by prioritizing experiences over material goods and setting spending limits on gifts.
https://www.kpax.com/news/montana-news/tips-for-coping-with-holiday-season-stressLee, a part-time cleaner with an "anger management problem", was in court to face charges related to an incident at Yuhua Village Market and Food Centre. He had claimed that his friend pushed him, causing him to fall, but acknowledged that he had acted wrongly by splashing bleach on his friend's face and eyes, which could have caused blindness. Lee is being treated for stress and remorse at the Institute of Mental Health (IMH) and is taking daily medication. District Judge Shaiffudin Saruwan noted that the maximum punishment for voluntarily causing hurt is three years in jail or a S$5,000 fine, while mischief carries a maximum penalty of two years in jail or a fine.
https://channelnewsasia.com/singapore/elderly-man-jailed-splashing-bleach-mixture-friend-sealing-keyholes-glue-4815741The City of Madison has established a resource page for families in the Abundant Life community, which includes counseling and support services. The page also provides information on how the public can help. All proceeds from donations will go directly to ALCS.
https://www.scrippsnews.com/community-mourns-the-loss-of-14-year-old-student-killed-in-madison-school-shootingA freelance writer, Liam Heitmann-Ryce-LeMercier, has written an opinion piece in The Sydney Morning Herald about body image and self-acceptance. In the article, he shares his personal experience of taking off his clothes for money as a model, but notes that this does not define him as a person. He argues that society's focus on physical appearance can be damaging to individuals' mental health and encourages people to look beyond physical appearance when evaluating themselves and others.
https://www.smh.com.au/lifestyle/health-and-wellness/germans-get-it-we-need-to-stop-being-so-hung-up-about-our-naked-bodies-20241024-p5kl4g.htmlThe COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the mental health of Singapore's youth. According to Dr Daniel Fung, CEO of the Institute of Mental Health, there was an increase in calls to the institute's helpline during the pandemic, with many young people seeking help for anxiety and depression. Nicole Pang, Head of Services at Impart SG, a charity that works with youth and children, noted that her organisation saw a surge in demand for its services, particularly from students who were struggling to cope with the stress of online learning.
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