Posts by Shannon Simmons
Millennials and Mental Health
5 Free Tech Recommendations Focused on Millennials and Mental Health Money. Work. Family. Health. Millennials report the highest stress levels of any generation. We aren’t just talking about the whippersnapper up the street; we are referring to anyone born between 1982 and 2004. Mental health problems are growing. Chances are good that you know a…
Read MoreTechnology for Older Adults: 4 Ways to Boost Senior Health and Well-Being with Tech
Today’s seniors are more tech-savvy than their parents and grandparents were, with many older adults using smartphones, social media, email and more. As of 2014, 77 percent of older adults had a cell phone, according to research from Pew Internet, marking an increase of eight percent in just two years. Cell phones help older adults…
Read MoreKick it up a notch this New Year
It’s that time of the year, folks! Some New Years resolutions are still in motion and some are already in the past. However, it’s always a good day to start a new path to improve your mental wellness. Any stage of the mental health spectrum can be helped by increasing social support, leading a healthier…
Read More7 Ways to Promote Mental Health
[dropcap background=”#006838″ color=”#faf8cf” circle=”0″]1.[/dropcap]Share a Story Share an anonymous success story in a newsletter or on social media. Use a staff member to create a video of the story to share with your audience. [dropcap background=”#006838″ color=”#faf8cf” circle=”0″]2.[/dropcap]Explain Mental Issues Most people who haven’t experienced mental health issues have a misunderstanding of what they feel…
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