June is PTSD Awareness Month
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June is PTSD Awareness Month. While we may have an idea of what PTSD is, post-traumatic stress can affect anyone. Work/Life Connections-EAP is here to help if you or a coworker may be experiencing symptoms of PTSD.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
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The past several years have been challenging for our mental health. The good news is that there is greater awareness that we all need for regular self-care. Work/Life Connections-EAP shares tips on how to keep mentally healthy.
Is it Burnout or Depression?
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Burnout and depression are common mental health issues that can feel very similar. Work/Life Connections-EAP manager Jim Kendall, LCSW, CEAP, shares ways to identify these feelings and find ways to achieve better well-being.
The Cicadas are Coming!
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The next wave of cicadas may be larger than in previous years. Work/Life Connections-EAP manager Jim Kendall, LCSW, CEAP gives advice on how to cope with their noise-filled visit.
Connection: The Eclipse Experience
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The coming solar eclipse creates a sense of awe and wonder. It is also a chance to connect and share the experience with others. Work/Life Connections-EAP encourages us to make the most of this unique event.
Overcoming A Workplace Violence Incident
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April is Workplace Violence Awareness Month. While our faculty and staff do their best to give every patient the best care possible, there are times when they face assault at the workplace. Work/Life Connections-EAP offers services to assist individuals and teams who have experienced these stressful events.
Being Human Involves Coping with Stress
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We all deal with stress on a daily basis, whether positive or negative. Often, we think that other people handle stress better than we do, but that is not necessarily true. Work/Life Connections-EAP manager Jim Kendall, LCSW, CEAP, offers reminders to de-stress and be kind to yourself.
Politics: Be Informed but Not Obsessed
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We are once again entering an election year. Some may feel invigorated, others may feel overwhelming anxiety. Work/Life Connections-EAP manager Jim Kendall, LCSW, CEAP, gives suggestions on how to stay grounded amid the uncertainty that election years bring.
Loving Someone with Seasonal Depression
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If you care for someone who becomes seasonally depressed, the winter months can be a trying time. Work/Life Connections-EAP counselor Makenzie Parks, LCSW, gives suggestions on how to cope when someone you love is dealing with Seasonal Affective Disorder.
How to Identify and Overcome a Moral Injury
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Do you feel overwhelmed, burnt out, or emotionally fatigued? You may be experiencing a response to a moral injury. Work/Life Connections-EAP counselor Natalie Dodd, LCSW, gives advice on defining and bouncing back from such an experience.