Early signs of the disease include memory loss that affects daily life; difficulty solving problems; trouble reading, judging distance, and determining color or contrast; misplacing things; and changes in mood or personality.
Health screenings can give you a snapshot of what’s happening inside your body at a given time and can provide additional pieces of information on the state of your health. While doctors can help keep patients on track and up to date with their health screenings, it's also important that patients are empowered to play an active role in their healthcare and can advocate for the tests and screenings they need.
It’s important to seek support for what matters most: your emotional well-being. Too often, we have a poor understanding of how to practice self-care, or we avoid it all together. And while self-care is something a mental health professional is likely to recommend to you, most agree that getting professional help from a licensed therapist should be a priority.
September is Suicide Prevention Month – which aims to create hope through action by creating safe spaces for those struggling with the goal of preventing suicide all together. The issue is far reaching. Nearly 46,000 individuals died by suicide in 2020, and 46% of those people had a known mental health condition. Although mental health issues and illnesses, like depression, can lead to suicide, there are many reasons someone may decide to take their own life. However, most people believe that suicide can be prevented.
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Eating disorders affect many people. If you have an eating disorder or know someone who does, it’s important to remember that you are not alone. Support is available.
You might be worried about a friend or family member and want to help, but don’t feel well-equipped to provide support. It can be difficult to figure out if your loved one is going through a brief rough patch or struggling with something more serious. Plus, there may be many kinds of mental health obstacles and symptoms to consider.
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