Scientific research supports what pet owners already know to be true; animals are good for our health. Aside from giving unconditional, judgment-free love, furry companions improve our lives in a myriad number of ways. At Carolina Dunes Behavioral Health in Leland, North Carolina, we recognize the value of animals in our patients’ lives. Benefits of […]
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Watching someone you love struggle with mental illness, can cause feelings of hopelessness. Sometimes, it might seem like there is nothing you can do to help them. While you may not have the expertise of a trained professional, as a friend or family member, your role in the life of a person with a mental
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Many people feel uncomfortable discussing suicide with their loved ones. The idea of someone you care about taking their own life is distressing. Many people often avoid the topic, out of fear that they could give someone the idea to kill themselves or that they won’t know how to respond if a friend or family
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Whenever there is a mass shooting, it seems to be followed by people demanding better access to mental health services. While many Americans need improved access to mental health support, it is important that we don’t conflate violence with mental illness. At Carolina Dunes Behavioral Health in Leland, North Carolina, we treat people with a
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People often use the words “lonely” and “isolated” interchangeably, and while they frequently occur together, they are two different problems. At Carolina Dunes Behavioral Health in Leland, North Carolina, we try to help our patients avoid both of these issues, as they can each make it more difficult to maintain mental health. What’s the Difference?
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If you snooze you lose…or maybe you don’t. Scientists have found that people who don’t sleep well are likely to see a negative impact on their mental and physical health. That’s why, at Carolina Dunes Behavioral Health in Leland, North Carolina, we encourage patients to practice healthy sleep habits as part of their self-care routine.
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Most New Years’ resolutions don’t last through April. A lot of people beat themselves up for failing to accomplish whatever they wanted to do, but sometimes the way they set their goal was a major reason why they didn’t succeed. At Carolina Dunes Behavioral Health, we work with our patients to ensure that they know
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The holidays can be a great time to reconnect with loved ones, enjoy good food, and experience the generosity of the season. Unfortunately, they can also be incredibly stressful and damaging to mental health. At Carolina Dunes Behavioral Health in Leland, North Carolina, we help our patients plan for the holidays in a way that
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Suicide is highly stigmatized and misunderstood, making the loss loved ones experience even more painful and isolating. International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day (ISOSLD) has occurred each year on the Saturday before Thanksgiving since 1999. It is intended to bring awareness to suicide and the loss survivors experience, and also to help the survivors find
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Expressing gratitude for your blessings isn’t just a nice Thanksgiving tradition to enjoy with loved ones around the dinner table. It’s also a great way to support your own mental health. At Carolina Dunes Behavioral Health, in Leland, North Carolina, we treat adolescents, adults, and seniors who are experiencing a psychiatric crisis and provide their
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