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10/07/2025

October is Stress Awareness Month, a reminder to take care of your mental well-being and learn healthy ways to manage everyday stress.

Stress can affect us in both physical and mental ways. By recognizing the signs and practicing healthy coping strategies, we can take steps toward healing and resilience.

At Oceans Healthcare, our mission is to provide compassionate, high-quality behavioral health care. Together, we can build stronger communities where mental health matters for everyone.

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09/29/2025

From concerns about job performance to stress surrounding deadlines, workplace can appear for a variety of reasons. Learn more about work-related mental health impacts:

Discover 7 common workplace mental health issues affecting millions. Learn the warning signs and impacts of stress, anxiety, and burnout at work.

09/25/2025

Is your teen showing less interest in things they usually enjoy? This can be a warning sign. Learn more from our blog:

The COVID-19 pandemic contributed to the youth mental health crisis, but young people’s emotional wellbeing has been declining for years. In the decade leading up to the pandemic, feelings of persistent sadness and hopelessness rose by 40% among high schoolers.

09/24/2025

The signs of can be subtle in high performers. If your mind feels foggy and you’re experiencing a lack of motivation this might be the cause. Learn more:

Burnout in perfectionists doesn't always look like crashing and burning. Learn how to spot the subtle signs, from perfectionism to emotional numbness, and why success shouldn’t come at the cost of your well-being.

09/23/2025

It’s been three years since 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline launched as the nationwide mental health and crisis line. In moments of distress, help is just three digits away. Learn more: https://www.kff.org/policy-watch/demand-for-988-continues-to-grow-at-third-anniversary/
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09/19/2025

Sometimes it’s not what you say but how you say it. Gently initiating a conversation about to a loved one who is struggling can make a big difference. Learn more:

One in five U.S. adults is managing mental health challenges. Chances are you have a friend or family member who could use some support. But how do you initiate a conversation about mental health?

09/17/2025

It matters what you say to someone experiencing anxiety. Phrases like “Just calm down” can do more harm than good. Learn how to offer real support when it counts:

If you want to stay on an anxious person’s good side, don’t tell them to calm down.

09/15/2025

Remote care options like the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline are breaking down barriers to mental health support — making high-quality, compassionate care accessible anytime, anywhere. Learn more: https://988lifeline.org/

09/09/2025

Social media is great for finding new recipes, reconnecting with friends and exploring interests, but too much of it can negatively impact mental well-being. Learn about the importance of setting healthy boundaries:

Spending time offline during a digital or social media detox can help you foster better relationships IRL and improve mental health. Here's how to start.