Divorce and COVID-19

Divorce and COVID-19

Divorce can already be tough for those involved. Unfortunately COVID-19 is making it more difficult and stressful. People are spending more times in their homes, with their families, partners, etc. It might enlighten problems between a couple, or they might already have issues in their relationship but being stuck together unable to see other people …

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Protecting Our Pets During the “New Normal”

Protecting Our Pets During the “New Normal”

Animals can be our best friends and our greatest comfort and companions. Many animal lovers view their pets as family members, often preferring them over blood related family. While COVID-19 lingers, many continue practicing social distancing by remaining at home, in near total isolation. As we grapple with transitioning to our “new normal”, we are …

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The Highs and Lows of Recovering During a Pandemic

The Highs and Lows of Recovering During a Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused much stress in the lives of many throughout the world. Many have become too afraid to leave their houses due to worries of passing the virus along to someone else, or contracting it themselves. Giselle Abramovich from Adobe Blog reported that, despite many American businesses struggling from the pandemic, online …

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4 Ways to Cope with Anxiety in a Pandemic

How to Cope with Anxiety in a Pandemic

Anxiety can be paralyzing. According to Jennifer Tzeses from Psycom, anxiety can create great unease and consuming worries within a person. The experience of anxiety in a pandemic is no exception – in fact, the symptoms may be worse. COVID-19, also known as the coronavirus, has ravaged much of the world with illness, fear, and …

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COVID-19 Virus Outbreak Triggers Addiction Relapse

COVID-19 – Virus Outbreak Triggers Addiction Relapse

With the COVID-19 virus tightening its grip over the whole world, the citizens are left struggling with not just the pain of losing their loved ones, but also depression, anxiety and a looming sense of bitter loneliness. While those affected suffer in quarantine on hospital beds, living off ventilators, their lungs eroding and their eyes …

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Health Insurance and Mental Health Services

Health Insurance and Mental Health Services

Do you have Insurance Questions about Mental Health or Addiction Services? Help is available, if you have: Been denied coverage Reached a limit on your plan (such as copayments, deductibles, yearly visits, etc.) Have an overly large copay or deductible You may be protected by Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Coverage Parity laws require …

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Taking Control of Your Mental Health

Taking Control of Your Mental Health

If you’re going to your primary care provider for other health concerns, remember to bring up your mental health concerns. Mental health is an integral part of health. Often, people with mental disorders can be at risk for other medical conditions, such as heart disease or diabetes. In many primary care settings now, you may …

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