Avoiding Winter Slips, Trips & Falls
By Kristy Warren
Winter weather can spell painful falls. Slushy sidewalks and ice patches are routine culprits in taking a tumble, increasing your risk for injuries like sprained ankles, pulled muscles, bruising, and even broken bones. Reduce your risk of injury with these safety tips!
A New Year, A New You: Do New Year's Resolutions Really Work?
By Kristy Warren
When it comes to New Year's resolutions, "getting healthier" and "losing weight" often top the list. We start the year gung-ho to diet and exercise, but our resolve is often fizzling by February. We start each new year excited to better ourselves, so why don’t our resolutions to eat better and exercise more stick?
5 Steps to Staying on Track During the Holidays
By Kristy Warren
'Tis the season of overindulgence. With heaps of delicious treats stocking every holiday party and company break room, it’s easy to overdo it a little during the season. With winter's shorter days and colder weather, we often fit in less physical activity. Less exercise combined with an influx of high-calorie goodies can torpedo our good health habits. Head off health headaches with these tips on maintaining your wellness goals during the season of giving.
Handling Grief & Depression During the “Happiest Time of the Year”
By Kristy Warren
The holidays are celebrated as a time for joy and togetherness, but they aren’t happy for everyone. When you or someone you love is struggling with loss, depression, or illness, the holiday season can be painful to navigate. Learn how to process your feelings of loss in a healthy way when the holidays become too much.
When Shoveling Snow Turns Dangerous: How to Remove Snow Safely
By Kristy Warren
Northeast winters often spell lots of snow to shovel off sidewalks, steps, and driveways. Shoveling snow is hard, physically taxing work that can leave us sore and sweating... but did you know it can actually be dangerous to your health? Learn how to shovel snow the right way to avoid putting dangerous stress on your back, shoulders, and heart.
Holiday Headaches: Navigating Conflict & Stress During the Holidays
By Kristy Warren
Do you struggle with relatives butting heads over Christmas dinner, or dread the stress of the holiday hustle? For many of us, the holidays are a unique source of stress and conflict. Extended families often gather together, creating more opportunities for anxiety and tension. Join us as Laurel Behavioral Health psychologist Jerry Cerrone shares how we can tackle challenging situations and feelings to have a happier, healthier holiday season.
