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Mar 14, 20234 min read

Sports Betting & Online Gambling: The Odds are Against Us

The increase in sports betting and online gambling brings increased risks of addiction, with higher risks for young adults. Casinos and...

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Feb 26, 20234 min read

Eating Disorders and the Impact of Social Media

Let’s face it—most of us don’t go more than five minutes without picking up our cell phones. We’ve developed an undeniable urge to check...

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Feb 22, 20237 min read

Postpartum Mood & Anxiety Disorders

Symptoms to watch for, treatment and support resources, and tips for partners and family members It’s not a secret that pregnancy,...

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Feb 14, 20235 min read

Want a Healthier Family? Try Saying “No” More Often

We can’t do it all and we’re harming our mental health trying to balance the demands of our busy lives. Life can be busy and overwhelming...

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Feb 8, 20235 min read

The Hub's Role in Advocacy

What we're doing, what you can do & why it all matters. The current legislative session is in full swing and will continue through June....

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Jan 26, 20234 min read

The Impact of Diet on Mental Health

A lousy diet can lead to a lousy mood. By making healthy choices regarding what we eat, we can positively impact our emotions and reduce...

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Jan 11, 20233 min read

New Year, Healthier You: Goal Setting Gives Your Mental Health a Positive Boost

It’s January again, and with the new year in full effect, many of us like to kick it off with resolutions hoping to make positive...

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Dec 13, 20227 min read

10 Ways to Support a Loved One in Recovery During the Holidays

The stress of the holiday… Each year it feels like the holidays start earlier and earlier, the expectations are larger, and the pressure...

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Nov 8, 20227 min read

Men’s Mental Health and the Burden of Masculinity

Good mental health is extremely important. While we have made very large strides in understanding mental health issues we still have work...

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Oct 12, 20225 min read

5 Ways to Support Emotional Wellness in Older Adults

We spend most of our adult lives looking forward to the day we can retire and the life it will allow. However, growing older comes with...

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Sep 20, 20226 min read

Caring for Your Family & Yourself

Know what signs signal that your mental health struggles are more than normal life stress As families settle into their back-to-school...

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Sep 13, 20225 min read

Populations at High Risk for Suicide

According to the CDC, suicide is a leading cause of death in the United States. In 2020, an estimated 12.2 million adults seriously...

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Jul 27, 20224 min read

The State of Youth Mental Health in Connecticut

The state conducted school health survey showed 70% of high school students reported their mental health was “not good” in the past year.

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Apr 26, 20224 min read

Safety at Prom Season and Beyond: Your Teen Will Thank You...In 15-20 Years

Guest Blogger: Liz Jorgensen 2016 was our family's last Prom season. Sarah, the youngest of our four children, was a senior at Joel...

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Mar 29, 20226 min read

Bipolar Disorder: A Story of Hope

A Fairfield County woman shares her story to spread hope to others with bipolar disorder.

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Mar 22, 20223 min read

Video Game Addiction is a Real Thing

Gaming is a popular hobby and a way for children and adults to de-stress and socially connect with others. It is even used for education....

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Mar 9, 20224 min read

Problem Gambling Affects More Than Your Wallet

What is problem gambling? Problem gambling, or gambling addiction, is not just a financial problem. It is the uncontrollable urge to...

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Feb 21, 20225 min read

Eating Disorders Awareness: What You Should Know

Eating disorders are serious mental and physical illnesses that can affect people of all genders, races, ages, sexual orientations, body...

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Feb 21, 20223 min read

The Head-Heart Connection

Did you know that your mental health also affects your heart health? While we think of our physical health, diet, and activity level when...

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Dec 29, 20213 min read

5 Alternatives to a Traditional New Year's Resolution

It’s a new year, but there's no need to start worrying about resolutions. Traditional New Year's resolutions fail because they are...

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Dec 7, 20213 min read

12 Days of Holiday Wellness

The holidays often present a dizzying array of demands — cooking meals, shopping, baking, cleaning, entertaining, and much more. With the...

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Nov 16, 20214 min read

If You Smoke, You're at Risk for Lung Cancer

As the leading cause of cancer deaths of both men and women in America, lung cancer affects hundreds of thousands of lives every year. It...

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Nov 16, 20218 min read

Transgender Awareness Week: 10 Ways to Become an Ally

Gender identity is a person’s true, personal sense of being a man or woman, or a boy or girl. An individual who identifies as transgender...

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Oct 20, 20214 min read

Bullying Prevention: What You Can Do

October is National Bullying Prevention Month, a time to focus on change and educating others on the effects of bullying. Bullying...

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