Coping with Stress During the Holidays
The holidays can be stressful. Here are a few thoughts on how to make the most of what can be a most wonderful time of the year.
More Than a Little Lonely: The Serious Health Impacts of Loneliness
Over my years of psychiatric practice, I’ve learned from every patient I’ve worked with, and those lessons have
ultimately informed my own life choices. One critical lesson has been about the power of social
support: having a strong network of caring people, whether family, friends, or co-workers,
builds and protects our mental health. My thoughts on improving social connections to improve mental health.
Workplace Mental Health: How Experience Fuels Change
Some experiences are so profound they leave a lasting mark, shaping who we are and who we become. Our workplaces are the beneficiary of Stéphane’s experience in Rwanda and what happened after. His ideas on transforming workplace mental healthcare. Which of the 3 buckets of workplace mental health programs does your organization belong in?
Pets can improve mental health and well-being
Forming and maintaining supportive emotional bonds, whether with people or pets, is a powerful protector of our mental health.
Good Gut = Healthier Brain + Happier Life
Small changes can make a huge difference. Turning your gut into a member of your mental health team can start today!
Physicians and Burnout: My personal experience with burnout has fueled my commitment to healthcare transformation
Breaking out of a burnout cycle is difficult. First, I had to recognize I was burned out. Then, I had to make a plan to change.