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Firearm Suicide Risk in Service Members and Veterans

Friday, February 23, 2024 - 06:35

Firearm ownership is undoubtedly a risk factor for suicide. While it is not the only risk factor, it is a significant one and certainly the most lethal. Firearms are a common method of suicide in veterans with high rates of gun ownership.

December 7, 2023

The Interplay Between PTSD and OCD: Treatment Considerations and Tactics

Eda Gorbis, PhD, LMFT and

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Gratitude - A Mental Health Game Changer

Wednesday, November 22, 2023 - 08:23

ADAA Blog Post by Ashley Smith, PhD - Research shows that the more present we are, the happier we tend to be, even when the present moment isn’t pleasant or enjoyable. Rumination is a sneaky mental habit that zaps us of joy. This is where gratitude can be particularly helpful.

Tips for Protecting Yourself and Your Children from Disturbing Media Images

Disturbing media anxiety trauma stress Arash Javanbakht

Monday, October 30, 2023 - 15:14

Limit the depth of exposure to details. People can consume news in limited ways. In other words, learn what’s happening, then stop there. Avoid the urge for disaster voyeurism. If you have heard the story, you might not need to search for the images or the videos; if you have seen them, there is no need to revisit them over and over.

The Benefits of Working Out for Our Mental Health

Anxiety and Depression - Benefits of Exercise on your Mental Health

Lauren Ruhl, LPC, CSCS and Mitchell Greene, PhD

Tuesday, October 12, 2021 - 12:00

Exercise can play a multifaceted role in alleviating symptoms of depression and anxiety. Learn more in this blog post published in partnership with bodybuilding.com.

10 Tips to Manage Re-Entry Anxiety Related to the COVID-19 Pandemic

Richa Bhatia, MD, FAPA

Friday, July 24, 2020 - 15:21

The COVID-19 pandemic has rapidly and abruptly changed human life in unexpected ways. In the last few months, since the COVID-19 stay at home restrictions came into place, millions of people have been working from home and practicing social distancing.

A Compassionate Guide to Anxiety During the COVID-19 Pandemic Part 2: Managing Your Anxiety

Eric Goodman, PhD

Monday, April 20, 2020 - 12:32

Telling oneself not to be anxious during the COVID-19 pandemic is like trying to tell water not to be wet. These are anxious times.

A Compassionate Guide to Anxiety During the COVID-19 Pandemic Part 1: Understanding Why We Are so Anxious Right Now

Eric Goodman, PhD

Monday, April 20, 2020 - 10:12

Life in the time of a pandemic is difficult. Our lives have suddenly and dramatically narrowed while we try to avoid an invisible threat which has been spreading across our planet.