Awareness of mental health symptoms and openness to discussing treatment options has come a long way in the last few decades. In today’s digital world, it is not uncommon for teens to diagnose themselves with a mental health disorder, sometimes with the help of sources that are not always reliable, … [Read more...]

First, Care for Yourself On an airplane, an oxygen mask descends in front of you. What do you do? As we all know, the first rule is to put on your own oxygen mask before you assist anyone else. Only when we first help ourselves can we effectively help others. Caring for yourself is one of the most … [Read more...]

Caring for a loved one strains even the most resilient people. If you're a caregiver, take steps to preserve your own health and well-being. By Mayo Clinic Staff As the population ages, more people are doing caregiving. About 1 in 3 adults in the United States is an informal or family … [Read more...]

Caregiving is one of the hardest—and most important—jobs in the world. You’re doing so much every single day. But even the most loving caregivers can hit a wall and feel like there’s nothing left to give. You’re not failing. You’re tired because you’ve been carrying so much for so long. Your … [Read more...]