Older Adults and Depression

Older Adults and Depression

Depression affects people of all ages. Did you know that older adults are at an increased risk for experiencing depression? Depression is not a normal part of the aging process. However, there is a likelihood of it occurring when there are other physical health...
Dance and Mental Health

Dance and Mental Health

Whether people are out on the town, alone in their room, or at a concert, dancing can often elevate people’s moods and make them feel happy.  Dancing feels good for many people, but what’s the research behind it? Read on to find out more about how dancing can improve...
Art Therapy and Suicide Prevention

Art Therapy and Suicide Prevention

According to the American Art Therapy Association, “Art therapists are master-level clinicians who facilitate active art-making” (2017). We utilize the tenets of the practice of art therapy as contributors when we use art to self-soothe and express ourselves. It can...
Anxiety Calming Toolkit

Anxiety Calming Toolkit

What does anxiety feel like to you? For some, anxiety may manifest physically, causing stomach aches, muscle tension, and fatigue. For others, it may cause psychological strain in the form of mental stress or racing thoughts. However anxiety occurs for you, it may be...