COVID-19 and your mental health
The COVID-19 pandemic, even as it seems to be waning, has brought many changes to how we live our lives, and with it, at times, uncertainty, altered daily routines, financial pressures, and social isolation. You may worry about getting sick if the pandemic will continue, whether your job will be affected and what the future will bring. […]
How Volunteering Improves Your Mental Health
April is both National Volunteer Month and April 17 to 23, 2022, is National Volunteer Week. Naturally, the dialogue surrounding activism and volunteerism centers on how others will benefit from the volunteer work that you do. But years of research demonstrate that there are benefits for volunteers themselves. Whether you are a family member or caregiver for […]
How to Manage Stress for Better Health
Not all stress is bad, but long-term stress can lead to health problems. In fact, preventing and managing long-term stress can lower your risk for other conditions such as heart disease, obesity, high blood pressure, and depression. You can prevent or reduce stress by planning ahead, deciding which tasks to do first, and preparing for […]
What Are the Links Between Nutrition and Mental Health?
Many of us are well aware of the benefits that eating a balanced diet has on our physical health, but do you know how it benefits our mental health? More and more research is coming to light on the impact food has on both our overall mental wellness, as well as specific mental illnesses like […]
Don’t Just Brush Off Those ‘Winter Blues’ You May Be Feeling
Are you feeling a little down, in a funk, with changes in weather, the end of the holiday season, perhaps you’re feeling the so-called “winter blues?” But don’t brush off these feelings as just a temporary case of the blues. You could be experiencing seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a type of depression that’s related to […]
Exercise Regularly for Better Mental Health and Emotional Well-Being
Studies show that people who exercise regularly have better mental health and emotional well-being, as well as lower rates of mental health issues. Taking up exercise appears to reduce the risk of developing mental illness. It also seems to help in treating some mental health conditions, such as depression, anxiety, and eating disorders. People who […]
Pay Attention to Your Gut-Brain Connection — It May Contribute to Anxiety and Digestion Problems
Did you know that the gastrointestinal tract is sensitive to emotions? Anger, anxiety, sadness, elation, all of these feelings — and more — can trigger symptoms in the gut. Anxiety can be linked to stomach problems, and vice versa. You may have experienced a “gut-wrenching” experience or a situation that makes you “feel nauseous” or […]
Listening to Music Can Have Powerful Psychological Benefits
Music entertains us, but music also has the power to improve your mood, make you happier, even inspire you to action. Research suggests music has powerful psychological effects that can improve your mental health, well-being, and overall physical health. Music therapy is an intervention sometimes used to promote emotional health, help patients cope with stress, […]
January 2022 is Mental Wellness Month
January 2022 is Mental Wellness Month and the team at Interim, Inc. would like to remind you that by focusing every day on improving mental wellness, you can increase resilience, help you manage stress, and build your overall sense of well-being. Enhancing mental wellness also helps to ward off symptoms of serious mental illness. There […]
How to Manage Your Mental Health During the Holidays
The holiday season is upon us, which means time to celebrate with family and friends and a time to reflect on the past year and celebrate everything you’re thankful for. But the holidays are also a time that brings more stress and anxiety with so much going on and so much demand on your time […]
