Mental Health

July is BIPOC Mental Health Month. While we are making strides as a country in trying to reduce the stigma associated with mental health, we still have a long way to go.     Members that fall within the Black, Indigenous, and People of Color communities have stress and trauma that are directly related to their…

July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, representing an opportunity to highlight the intersectionality between race and mental health, the importance of community and culture in addressing and alleviating the effects of stigma on receiving proper healthcare, and the importance of fostering and nurturing connections in and outside of treatment.   There are still…

This summer is the perfect time to recharge, reconnect, and rejuvenate in nature. Soak in the sun and enjoy the benefits of the great outdoors. A breath of fresh air and a little vitamin D can go a long way, both physically and mentally. But taking advantage of the summer air is easier said than…

Are you ready to make your mental health a priority this summer?     With the sun shining bright, the longer days often allow more time for adventures, socializing, and making memories. It is the perfect time of year to relax and refresh the mind and body.     Many find the summer season to be a…

Pride Month is about celebrating the community’s achievements in the face of continuing challenges, and about asserting the LGBTQ+ community’s basic human rights, right to respect, and equal representation. To us here at Amend Treatment, it’s also about highlighting the importance of mutual support in mental health, and the importance of equitable mental healthcare. We…

Yoga has been around for thousands of years and is a practice that restores balance within the body. Today, many people have made yoga part of their routine due to the positive impact of yoga for mental health on their lives.     Physically, yoga can increase flexibility and strength. It can tone muscles and…

May is the National Mental Health Awareness Month. This year, mental health advocacy groups, organizations, and treatment centers like Amend Treatment are focusing on highlighting modern mental health stigma; understanding how both internalized and external stigma can affect individuals and entire communities, and encouraging friends and families to recognize signs of stigma and discrimination, whether…

A mom is a superhero. Without batting an eye, she gets up every day and faces each challenge that comes her way. And with kids, there are always battles to fight regardless of their age. Because they are often so focused on taking care of everyone else, issues regarding mental health for moms often get…

When you finally come to a place in life where you know that it is time to address your mental health, it can be tough to know where to turn. There are so many different options available that seeking treatment can be overwhelming. And the fear of the unknown is likely wildly running through your…