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1 Indulging with Nature Going outdoors and breathing in the fresh air can help boost your mood. So take some time to go on nature walks! Social distancing doesn’t require you to stay at home 24 hours daily. If the weather is nice, take a short stroll outside the lawn or relax on the cool breeze at the porch.
2 Coping During Pandemic Everything that’s been happening lately is overwhelming and somewhat disturbing for a lot of us. Guard your mental health especially during this time by taking deep breaths and meditating regularly. We may be facing challenges, but despite these, let us not allow ourselves to be overcome by grief or anxiety.
3 Feel Free to Seek for Help We understand how difficult it can be to admit that you’re feeling weak, sad, and hopeless. But admitting your feelings and seeking help is the first step to break free from the darkness you feel. Talk to us today.
4 Spending Time with Family It is important to spend some quality time with your loved ones since it will help in strengthening your bond with them. It will create a safe space for you! Use the technology you have to virtually meet up with those you love. Set aside time every day with family to unwind.
5 News-Related Stress To reduce news-related stress, only read those that are from reliable sources. Take in accurate information by reading the news only once or twice a day. Make time to unwind try to do some other activities you enjoy. (Source: www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/managing-stress-anxiety.html)
6 Stay Hydrated! Drinking at least eight (8) glasses of water daily can help you in staying healthy and strong. So, stay hydrated always!
7 Happy Labor Day! To all workers, no words can ever express how grateful we are for your dedication, especially in these trying times. Thank you so much for all your sacrifices. Everything you do is highly appreciated.
8 Treating Yourself After experiencing a day or week of work or school stress, it is important to take a breather. Do something to treat yourself and release the bad energy you have!
9 Eating the Right Food Having the right diet helps in keeping us healthy physically and mentally! So, know the right food for your kind of lifestyle from your dieticians.
10 Asking the Right People When it comes to your mental health and wellness, it is important to take professional advice to help you be treated easily. The Ark of DC is here to help you with that!
11 Substance Abuse: Caring for a Loved One Substance abuse doesn't happen just because. An underlying cause triggers it. If your loved one is showing signs of substance abuse, encourage them to seek counseling. This will help them learn how to deal with the root cause.
12 Preparing for Your First Psychiatry Appointment Going for your first psychiatry appointment can be stressful. But with proper preparation, you should be able to get the most out of the said treatment. Know what you need to prepare ahead of time!
13 Are Antidepressants Addictive? Antidepressants are not addictive. They do not make a person crave for more, feel "high", or have a tranquilizing effect.
14 Seek Family Counseling Do you notice that your family members communicate with each other less and less each day? Before you become a disconnected family, seek counseling. Contact us today for more information.
15 Positive Mental Health Habits a. Take care of your body b. Do things you love c. Take a break d. Get enough sleep Your mental health is as important as your physical health. Start taking care of your overall well-being this coming Mental Health Day.
16 The Goals of Psychotherapy Psychotherapy has three important goals: response, recovery, and remission. Achieving these three goals prevents relapse of symptoms. To know more about our psychotherapy services, give us a call.
17 The Keys to Quit Smoking a. Set a quit date; change your environment, and get rid of all the cigarettes at home b. Find a positive and healthy support system c. Learn new skills and behaviors to keep your mind off smoking d. Be prepared for any relapses
18 Helping You! The Ark of DC is here to help you when it comes to any mental and wellness issues. Talk with us and know more about our services.
19 Eating Disorder Myth Debunked "Only girls are prone to eating disorders." Though it is more historically common in women, according to NEDA, one in three people who are struggling with eating disorders is a male.
20 Community Service Is Also a Form of Self-Care According to a study by Wake Forest University, volunteering is associated with increased happiness and lower depression. So, why not give a hand to the underprivileged?
21 Building Relationships in the Road to Recovery In a 2004 qualitative study, women who were recovering from an eating disorder said that accepting a relationship with a loved one improved their recovery because it provided unconditional love and support. Source: https://www.socialworktoday.com/archive/exc_0419_2.shtml
22 Healthy Lifestyle Practices That Improve Mental Health Here are the following healthy lifestyle practices you should incorporate in your day-to-day activities in order to achieve stable mental health: a. Eat healthy meals b. Don’t smoke c. Drink lots of water d. Exercise regularly e. Have enough sleep
23 Does Your Loved One Have a Severe Mental Condition? It may be difficult for you to understand what they’re going through. However, we encourage you to be there for them and to encourage them to seek help. To know more about how you can help them, talk to us.
24 A Little Empathy Can Go a Long Way Research by Miller and Rollnick suggests that an empathetic style of counseling reduced their patients’ drinking by 77 percent compared to a confrontational approach, which only reduced 55 percent. (Source: https://athealth.com/topics/brief-intervention-for-alcohol-problems-3/)
25 It's Time to Stop Smoking Studies suggest that quitting smoking can be beneficial in different ways, such as: a. It lowers the risk of depression and anxiety b. Better overall well-being c. Lower chances of relapsing
26 Happy St. Patrick's Day May today bring you prosperity, happiness, and good luck. Have a great day, everyone!
27 Various Treatment Options for Mental Health Problems a. Psychotherapy and Psychiatric Consultations b. Family Counseling/Family Therapy c. Behavioral and Emotional Health Therapy Feel free to get in touch with us to know how we can help you.
28 Ingredients of Brief Intervention for Alcohol Problems (Part 1) Research by Miller and Sanchez suggests that a brief intervention for alcohol problems is more effective than no intervention and sometimes even better than extensive intervention.
29 Anorexia Treatment: What You Should Know Eating disorders are treatable diseases. There are psychological and medicinal treatments that are effective for a lot of eating disorders. Treatments are tailor-made to suit the person’s condition.
30 Enabling Can Cause Harm When you are enabling a person’s addiction, you are tipping the cost-benefit analysis by lowering the costs and, in turn, lowering their motivation to change.
31 Your Relapse Does Not Mean You Should Give Up People who tend to fall back into their addiction tend to give up on getting help or being sober. However, a relapse does not mean you can never be sober again. You can still go back to a healthier routine.
32 Myth: Those with Mental Health Challenges Are Not Productive Those who have mental health conditions are just as productive as other employees. But when they receive help and are at their best, they have increased productivity and lower rates of absenteeism.
33 Learn How to Manage Stress to Improve Mental Health Although stress is a part of life, you must learn how to cope with it and learn proper time management so that your stressors do not become too overwhelming and affect your mental health.
34 Overcoming Social Anxiety If you’re the type that suffers from severe social anxiety, you should get treated by a professional. At the same time, you can start by setting small achievable goals for yourself, like greeting your next-door neighbor.
35 "The Ark of DC", A Wellness Health Services Organization" It is the duty of The Ark of DC to act in the best interests of our clients and conduct all of our business honestly and ethically. We take a zero-tolerance approach to any act of inducements, gifts, and rewards in exchange for services. Do not hesitate to report any act of inducement. Contact us at 202-489-0615.
36 Reconsidering Depression as an Illness Depression is a common illness that is different from the usual mood or emotional changes. It is a long-lasting and intense sadness, loss of interest, or distress. As a clinical disorder, it stands as a big and persistent obstacle to anyone’s daily life. If you are unsure where to go for help, we are always open. Sources: www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/depression/index.shtml
37 Stay Committed It can be easy to say that you want to have a healthy lifestyle, but it can be challenging to live up to this every day. The best way to achieve a healthy lifestyle is to stay committed. Always make healthy choices every day!
38 The Best Support System Patients need all the support that they can get. Of all people, their family and friends are still the best support system. After all, no one knows them better than the people who are closest to them.
39 Keep the Optimism Living with a medical condition is not easy. Life may never be the same for patients. However, this is not the end. There is still more to look forward to in life. Keeping a positive mindset is the key to finding hope.
40 National Health Center Week Let us keep our physical and mental health within balance. Celebrate National Health Center week by getting your health checked.
41 Staying in Shape Every person has a different perspective when it comes to his/her ideal body. This doesn’t really matter as long as you maintain a healthy weight. So, keep working hard until you achieve your fitness goals!
42 Mental Health Matters Healthy living should include every aspect of a person’s well-being. Unfortunately, a lot of people neglect mental health. Don’t make the same mistake. Safeguard your mental health as much as you can.
43 Beware of Medication Errors Although medications have the purpose of alleviating a medical condition, they could have adverse effects on the health of a person. Avoid the fatal effects of medication errors by handling them with precaution.
44 Essential Factors of a Healthy Lifestyle Having a healthy lifestyle should be the ultimate goal of every person. Since this is a huge goal, it can be quite challenging to achieve. This holds especially true for people who have already been accustomed to unhealthy habits. However, it is not yet too late. Switch to a healthy lifestyle by taking note of these key factors: - Healthy diet - Exercise - Enough sleep - Healthy stress management - Lack of unhealthy habits Start your journey to a healthy lifestyle now!
45 Enjoy the Weekend of Festivities The Fourth of July weekend is one filled with fireworks, barbecues, picnics, and more! Make sure to enjoy this weekend by inviting your friends and family. Happy Fourth of July weekend to all!
46 Numbers Don’t Lie Weight changes—either weight gain or weight loss delivers a message from your body. They can be a sign of positive change or a health problem. Nevertheless, keep your weight in check and make sure to keep it healthy.
47 No Pressure One of the reasons that stress out a person is procrastination. Rather than being carried away by the pressure, it is best to handle things with as much composure as possible. Don’t pressure yourself too much and keep things in control.
48 Don’t Wait for the Worst Whenever you notice that there is something wrong with your body, make sure to pay close attention to it. Seek medical help immediately. Symptom management is a great way to safeguard your health.
49 How to Remember Medication Intake Schedule Medications play an important role in the health of patients. It should be given utmost importance as much as possible. Unfortunately, there are patients and seniors who struggle to keep up with their medication intake schedule. Never miss a dosage of your medications with these tips: - Use a pillbox or pill organizer. - Create a checklist. - Utilize different alarm systems. - Place the pillbox in easy to spot areas. Other than the abovementioned tips, you can also ask the help of a family member or friend to help you keep track of your medications.
50 Question of the Day Home is the safest place for patients and seniors to recover. Unfortunately, accidents could still happen in it.