Reprinted with permission from Ailm Medical Neuroscience is the scientific study of the nervous system, including the brain, neurons, and the way they function. It provides valuable insights into understanding mental health conditions and how they manifest in the...
The Need for Workplace Health and Wellness Programs
Reprinted with permission from Ailm Medical It’s impossible to overstate how crucial employee well-being is to the success of your company. We all recognize that happy and healthy employees are the backbone of any thriving company. There is increasing evidence that...
Triumph Over Tragedy: A Journey of Mental Strength and Resilience
As we close out Mental Health Awareness Month, we wanted to share Gini Thomas' story of resilience and inspiration. In August 2012, a devastating motorcycle accident changed Gini's life forever. A driver, who ran through a stop sign, collided with her and her husband....
Message from the President and CEO: May 2023 Mental Health Address
We have older adult mental health awareness day, mental health days companies are gifting to employees, a dedicated week for children's mental health acceptance week, and May is mental health awareness month among numerous critical awareness days so there is no secret...
Mental Health Awareness Importance: Taking Care of Your Mental Health
Reprinted with permission from Ailm Medical. May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Mental health is a crucial aspect of our overall well-being, and it's important to take care of it just like your physical health. Mental health problems are common, with one in four...
Practicing a Mindful Moment Before Meetings
Reprinted with permission from Ailm Medical For many of us, meetings are a source of discomfort. Whether you view meetings as stressful or pointless, practicing mindfulness before (and during) them can significantly enhance the meeting -- for both you and the other...
Observe Mental Health Awareness Month in May
Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month in April has given way to another important time for us at the Amputee Coalition. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, honoring another cause with meaning to our community. The White House issued a proclamation to mark...
Join us in Celebrating Older Americans Month!
Led by the Administration for Community Living, May is recognized as Older Americans Month (OAM). This year, we celebrate the 60th anniversary of OAM and challenge the narrative on aging. Older Americans Month is a time to celebrate and honor the valuable...
Reframing Our Thinking for Positive Change: A Guide To Shifting Our Mindset
Reprinted with permission from Ailm Medical Do you ever feel unable to move forward because you are stuck in negative thought patterns? If so, you are not alone. Our mental well-being and general well-being can be seriously impacted by negative thinking. The good news...
Save the Date: YEP Youth Empowerment Luncheon
When: March 10-11 Where: Westin Chicago Lombard Details: Friday, March 10, 7-8:30 p.m., Welcome Reception, Cypress Room Saturday, March 11, noon-5 p.m., Youth Empowerment Luncheon, Magnolia Room Agenda: Workshops, keynote speaker, giveaways, new YEP merch, selfie...