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World Mental Health Day & Therapy For Veterans
Veterans, you are not alone if you’re dealing with anxiety, PTSD, or any other mental health issue. Nearly 50 million Americans struggle with mental health, making it a common issue. However, the unique struggles Veterans face daily can make it challenging to bring up in conversation with doctors or loved ones.
Is There a Link Between PTSD and Migraines?
Living with PTSD can be stressful enough on its own, but when recurring migraines start showing up as well, it can make navigating day to day life even more difficult and challenging. Few people discuss the link between these two frequently occurring afflictions, but there is reason to believe there’s a strong connection.
6 Ways to Cope with Mental Illness
Many people are quick to thank our servicemen and women for their time in the military, but not everyone considers what that time may have cost them—and, more importantly, what it continues to cost our veterans after they return to civilian life.
How to Cope with the Suicide of a Loved One
At Telemedica, we hope that no one has to face these difficult feelings and experiences without help. That’s why we’ve put together this post explaining how to cope with the suicide of a loved one. As navigating through the time after a loss can feel overwhelming, we hope these recommendations will help you find your path to healing.
How to Recognize Depression in Yourself
Some people may casually say they’re feeling depressed when they have a rough day or feel down, but clinical depression goes deeper than that. Depression can slowly dampen many aspects of your life, and you might not even notice it yourself.
“I Have Frequent Nightmares; Should I Be Concerned?”
Dreams and nightmares are a mysterious part of our sleep patterns and the subconscious mind. Scientists are still trying to reach a consensus on why we dream at all. However, some believe that dreams may help us process our emotions that we experience during the day.
How to Help a Family Member with Mental Illness
If you’re wondering how to help a family member with mental illness, you’re in the right place. This post will help prepare you for candid discussions about mental illness, and how to support those who struggle with mental health (even if that person is you).
The Importance of Veteran Mental Health
Why are veterans at higher risk for mental illness, and what can they do to cope with their mental health condition?
This post covers some of the most common mental health conditions vets are faced with and resources available to veterans and their families for their mental health concerns.