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Domestic violence has long-term effects on the victim – and can even result in PTSD. Are you suffering in silence?

My journey to find my place after a suicide and how support from strangers might be the best medicine After my brother died by suicide in...

Talking about race and trauma combines cultural, historical, political, subjective, and objective aspects that make it difficult for...

How much of a problem is suicide in our society? While most would agree that it is an issue, it’s difficult to truly understand the scale...

The expert insights in this article are provided by Joyce Bartz, LCSW, Retired Assistant Superintendent for Special Services of...

When we think of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), we often associate it with the so-called winter blues. Colder days, longer nights,...

In Illinois alone, there are an estimated 1.5 million family caregivers who, when combined, dedicate 1.4 million hours a year to caring for family members. These individuals perform incredible roles, sacrificing their time, finances, and more to ensure their loved ones get the care they need. For many of these caregivers, the stress of managing this can leave its toll on them and many experience mental health challenges as a result. This phenomenon is known as Caregiver Synd

When we experience an emergency situation and require assistance, our minds often jump to three numbers: 911. However, if the emergency...