A typical American spends only 5 percent of his or her life outside. The anxiety, insomnia and loneliness that can accompany too much time indoors is referred to as “nature-deficit disorder.” Just 5 minutes in a natural setting can change your mood. In fact, “forest …

Following the recent tragedies in Parkland, Florida and Santa Fe, Texas, it is important to learn how to help the youth in your life deal with their fear, grief and anger.  Media coverage typically continues long after a school shooting has occurred.  Even for teenagers, …

As America prepares to celebrate Mother’s Day, the importance of being an informed caregiver when a child or other loved one confronts a mental health condition also should be recognized. There are many resources available that will allow you to support him or her while …

For nearly 70 years, Mental Health America has observed Mental Health Month each May. This year, National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day will take place on Thursday, May 10th. Both events are intended to remind Americans that mental health is an essential part of a …