May 16, 2019
It is still Mental Health Awareness Month 2019 and I would like
to have a cuddle toy. I can't quite afford the one that is
mentioned in the podcast but I'm certainly interested. This
time out, five things to be aware of before you commit to the
couch.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention
Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or
text “START” to 741-741.
Thrive Global about how one person uses breathing and meditation to
deal with
social anxiety.
Article on BillyPenn.com about how some substance abuse treatment
centers are using gardens and farming to provide
additional treatment to the patients.
The Somnox Sleep Pillow is designed to help you get to
sleep. It is a robot that will coach you on breathing patterns,
simulate heartbeats or provide soothing sounds to guide you into
the sleep zone.
Digital Trends Contributing Editor Andy Boxall spent a night with the Somnox
and you can get a sense of how it works by watching the video on
the page.
Open Path Psychology Collective and Psychology Today have searchable databases of
providers.
The American Depression and Anxiety Association has a Find A Therapist page
Healthguide.org has a very extensive page about Finding a Therapist Who Can Help
You. They define terms, provider options and questions you
should ask when considering going into therapy.
Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and
do not constitute endorsements.
Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with
questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health
disorder.
This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational
purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a
substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical
advice, diagnosis, or treatment.