Richard P. Yarbrough, LPCC

Specializing in Couples Therapy

Why it’s so hard to identify seasonal depression in kids, and how to help

washingtonpost.com It can take several years to recognize a seasonal pattern in depression symptoms, but there are some specific symptoms you can look for.

Avoiding Holiday Stressors: Tips for a Stress-Free Season | NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness

nami.org Of all the things on your holiday preparation to-do list, the most critical one is maintaining your mental health, especially for those who live with mental illness.

[12/23/20]   Myth: There is no hope for people with mental health problems. Once a friend or family member develops mental health problems, he or she will never recover.

Fact: Studies show that people with mental health problems get better and many recover completely.

Recovery refers to the process in which people are able to live, work, learn, and participate fully in their communities. There are more treatments, services, and community support systems than ever before, and they work.

Surviving the Holiday Season With These 9 Herbs for Stress

ecowatch.com The holidays can be overwhelming for many people. With shopping lists to check off, holiday dinners to cook and visitors to make room for, it's usually an eventful time of year. But in the midst of all the hustle and bustle, herbal supplements help you stay calm, cool and collected. Whether you're t...

Is It Seasonal Affective Disorder or the Winter Blues?

Winter is here.

rush.edu Short days and blustery temps can make everyone yearn for spring. But winter is far worse for people with seasonal affective disorder.

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7 Ways to Melt Holiday Stress and Cozy Up for a Better Night’s Sleep

How many hours of sleep do you get a night?

healthline.com Is the stress of the holidays and the pandemic wreaking havoc on your sleep? These 7 simple tips can help.

National Stress-Free Family Holiday Month | Carruth Center | West Virginia University

carruth.wvu.edu National Stress-Free Family Holiday Month Amber Hoffer | Tuesday, December 17, 2019 Image from Marketwatch.com “Happy Holidays!” “Happy Hanukkah!” “Merry Christmas!” The commercialism of holidays expects us to be joyful, happy, and merry, but “the most wonderful time of the year” can...

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[12/09/20]   Holidays and Mental Health
Fact: According to the statistics from the CDC, suicide rates actually drop during the Holiday Season!
Fact: The CDC did find that loneliness increases during this time of year.
Fact: Some people dealing with mental illness feel lonely and out of place during this time of year.

December is National Stress-Free Family Holidays Month | Kennebec Behavioral Health

Tips for a Stress Free December!

kbhmaine.org The holiday season is already halfway through but for many, the stress is still building. While the holidays are a time to rejoice and celebrate, let’s face it: this time of year can make anyone feel like they are going crazy. Calm expressions often hide a desire to scream into a pillow or move to...

International Day of People with Disabilities

idpwd.org International Day of People with Disability (IDPWD) is a United Nations-sanctioned day that is celebrated internationally on 3 December.

Holiday decorating is good for your mental health

Decorate!!!

click2houston.com Harnessing the power of rituals can help us reclaim some of our identity that has been lost during the pandemic, according to UT Physicians/ UT Health.

Mental Health Myth: Personality weakness or character flaws cause mental health problems. People with mental health problems can snap out of it if they try hard enough.

Fact: Mental health problems have nothing to do with being lazy or weak and many people need help to get better.
Many factors contribute to mental health problems, including:
• Biological factors, such as genes, physical illness, injury, or brain chemistry
• Life experiences, such as trauma or a history of abuse
• Family history of mental health problems

Your Health: Natural remedies for anxiety

Anxiety disorders can get worse over time and may become debilitating. I can help.

shawneemissionpost.com Anxiety disorders affect about 40 million American adults each year. And health professionals are seeing this number rise thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic. While treatments do help, less than half

International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day

afsp.org International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day is an event in which survivors of suicide loss come together to find connection, understanding, and hope through their shared experience. Save the date for November, 21, 2020.

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National Parental Involvement Day | Project Appleseed

projectappleseed.org National Parent Involvement Day provides a yearly opportunity for schools and families to honor and highlight the powerful contributions of parents.

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Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week

hhweek.org Volunteer. Donate. Educate.Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week is an annual program where people come together across the country to draw attention to the problems of hunger and homelessness. Participating groups spend the week holding a series of educational, service, fundraising, and advocacy e...

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11 Facts About the Mental Health of Our Troops

We are Thankful...

dosomething.org Depression and post-traumatic stress disorder are the most common mental health problems faced by returning service members.

World Adoption Day

worldadoptionday.org #WorldAdoptionDay is a day to celebrate family. #WorldAdoptionDay is a day to raise awareness for adoption. #WorldAdoptionDay is a day to raise funds to support families in their adoption. Ambassadors from all over the world are organizing events and parties, bringing together people from all walks....