Regarding natural remedies for depression and anxiety, valerian root stands out as a potent herb with centuries-old acclaim for its calming and soothing properties. While it's often celebrated for promoting sleep, valerian's benefits extend beyond insomnia. Let's delve into the intriguing world of valerian and explore its potential as a remedy for depression and [...]
Discussing depression and anxiety with your children can be one of the most challenging conversations a parent faces. Explaining complex and often stigmatized mental health conditions in an age-appropriate and sensitive manner requires careful consideration. Let's discuss a few strategies that can help you discuss depression and anxiety with your kids. Before initiating the [...]
I was working out this morning and heard a song by Chris McDaniel titled Somebody Like Me. It inspired me to write a blog post about how the stigma of mental health affects males. Boys and men are far more likely to die by suicide. According to the AFSP, men died by suicide 3.90x [...]
We are living in unprecedented times. Many are feeling anxious and alone. These times may be especially trying for someone with a mental health condition. Please remember to check in on each other and spread messages of hope. At JEM, we are worried that we aren’t speaking enough about the importance of mental health during [...]
Suicide awareness month is upon us. During this month we share with others and encourage them to reach out. I have felt compelled to share my story. Perhaps you will read about me and see yourself. Or you will see a friend, a loved one, a co-worker who needs your help. My hope is that [...]
Unfortunately, I will never know whether the medication I put my son on for depression and anxiety played a part in his suicide. He died January 11 of 2016. The day all my nightmares came to life. Jake struggled with mental Illness practically his entire life. We had been dealing with violent outbursts since he was [...]
