Golden Mean Health

09/23/2024

After a summer hiatus, GMH is back for a change of season! For some autumnal inspiration, we thought we'd defer to Ms. Woolf. Enjoy your day!

07/04/2024

06/17/2024

Thursday, June 20, marks the Summer Solstice! Enjoy the longest day of the year!

06/07/2024

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Have you ever wondered why so many people have creative hobbies? Apart from it being fun and entertaining, art also brings cognitive…

05/10/2024

Amazing storytelling, amazing scholarship, hopeful message!

By understanding how brain function changes with age, we can develop therapies to improve brain health and eradicate diseases like Alzheimer’s.

04/15/2024

You can run but you can't hide ... from the IRS. Yes, it's the day we've all been waiting for, but it doesn't have to be painful. Here are some top tips from experts for tax day to keep you from being brought to tears.

There are steps you can take to change the internal dialogue about taxes, including gaining a clear understanding of how they work.

04/14/2024

Turns out your grade school teacher isn't the only one who said reading was good for you ... so does Science. Read on to learn the cognitive benefits of narrative.

The reading paradox has fascinated scientists for a while. There are many benefits we can unlock by reading everyday to activate the reading parts of the human brain.

04/09/2024

Meet Julie Frederiksen FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, owner of Golden Mean Health

Julie Frederiksen grew up in Charlotte, NC, and attended Boston College, where she received bachelor’s degrees in philosophy and English. After graduation, she obtained a bachelor’s degree in biology from East Carolina University before returning to Boston to earn a master’s degree in nursing from Massachusetts General Hospital Institute of Health Professions. She is dual-certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a family nurse practitioner (FNP) as well as a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP). With more than 20 years of experience, including a decade working in neurology, Julie specializes in psychiatric care and treats a wide variety of patients. She is an avid sailor and enjoys spending time with her family outdoors.

04/09/2024

"Embrace the arrival of spring, and the opportunity for renewal and growth that comes with it. Spring cleaning is not just about tidying up our physical spaces; it is about decluttering our minds and finding a sense of peace and control amidst any chaos of daily life. Creating a clean and organized environment allows a reclaimed sense of agency and confidence, creating a sanctuary to recharge and reconnect. So, sweep away the remnants of winter, and welcome the freshness and clarity that spring brings."🌼🌞🌼

Spring has sprung! As the air starts to warm and new buds grow, celebrate the season with a sense of freshness and clarity.

04/03/2024

The research is in on top tips for mental health. And it may be simpler than you think.

This guide provides you with our best tips on how to look after your mental health - backed by research.

03/27/2024

"Estimates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention consistently show that older adults (age 50-plus) and males both receive mental health services significantly less often than their younger adult and female counterparts."

For older generations, discussing mental health and illness was deeply stigmatized, compared to younger generations, Noah Weatherton writes. For older men, the stigma only deepens.

03/25/2024

May the arrival of change in the air bring Hope to your hearts.🌷