The County has issued an amended COVID-19 public health order giving it the discretion to close down beaches if social distancing rules aren’t enforced. County Public Health Officer Wilma Wooten made the announcement during a news conference Monday.
Credit: Pixabay How are you feeling today? It seems like a casual question, but the answer could give insight into the status of your mental health. We often overlook our mental health. Getting screened for depression should be an important part of your health care regimen, much like checking your blood pressure or getting screened for heart […]
Credit: PhotoSpin The County of San Diego’s Deputy Director for Behavioral Health Services, Dr. Piedad Garcia, offers some advice on how to talk to children–and how to cope in general—with violent events.
May is Mental Health Month and is observed as a way to raise awareness and reduce stigma surrounding individuals who suffer from mental illness. How can you tell if you’re depressed?
Credit: PhotoSpin Everyone is happy during the holidays, right? Wrong. The reality is many people feel lonely, sad, anxious and depressed at this time of year.
People learn CPR. They learn how to administer first aid. Maybe you’ve been trained. But do you know how to help someone experiencing an emotional or mental health crisis?
For most people, the holidays are a joyous time, but the office parties and family gatherings can make some people anxious, lonely and depressed.
