May is Mental Health Month

Posted by DrPFox

Welcome to the Mental Health Blog Party 2012!  The American Psychological Association (APA) is promoting good mental health through the month of May.

Here are some tips for maintaining and improving your mental health.  

1. Manage Your Lifestyle ~ Get 8-9 hours of sleep a night by practicing good sleep hygiene ~ Eat food low on the food chain and avoid fast food/processed food ~ Move every day and move often. 

2. Cultivate Close Relationships ~ Spend time with friends and family who are smart, funny, and active.

3. Increase Positive Emotions ~ Express gratitude, take a walk outside, or smile. 

However, if you still find yourself trudging through the day, help is available. Talk to a psychologist; the side effects are a better life! In Pennsylvania, you can find a psychologist in your area by visiting the Pennsylvania Psychological Association's Psychologist Locator.

Learn more:

Mental Health Month ~ by American Psychological Association 

Improving Emotional Health: Strategies and Tips for Good Mental Health ~ by HELPGUIDE.org  

 

Twitter #mhblogday 

Comments

[Summerberetsky]

Hi! I found your blog through the APA's #mhblogday post. I blog for PsychCentral & did a post today as well...and I just HAD to say hello, seeing that you're from NEPA and all. I'm originally from Kingston. :)

If you want to take a peek at my blog, I'm at http://blogs.psychcentral.com/panic

-Summer

[Summerberetsky]

Also, I'm not sure if you're on nepablogs.com yet, but you ought to be!

[Dr. Patricia Fox]

Hi Summer,

Thanks for stopping by! I'm a frequent reader of PsychCentral and look forward to reading your posts about panic. Your recommendation about NEPA Blogs is much appreciated. I've been following them for awhile now and your comments prompted me to contact them.

Patty Fox

[Jack Yianitsas]

Mental health is riddled with depression, anxiety and guilt. Dealing with feelings of guilt can be challenging, even overwhelming. Please check out the latest blog at frompanictopeace.com to find help and encouragement in dealing with this very human emotion.

[PsyDisorders]

Since 1949, May has been officially recognized as Mental Health Month. The focus for this year's awareness campaign is the mental health of young people.

[Buy Prostofine]

I strongly agree with tip #1. A balanced lifestyle helps you avoid too much stress; since there is no such thing as a stress-free day. Too much stress can greatly affect how you enjoy your relationships, your work, and your life.

[hotels paris]

Hi! I found your blog through the APAs #mhblogday post. I blog for PsychCentral did a post today as well...and I just HAD to say hello, seeing that youre from NEPA and all. Im originally from Kingston. :)

If you want to take a peek at my blog, Im at http://blogs.psychcentral.com/panic

-Summer
+1

[stressed out]

Some great tips and information thanks :) xx

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Thank you, great post! Just the stuff I needed to get.