Have you ever noticed that the leading headlines in the morning or evening news are negative? According to a recent study, the “proportion of headlines denoting anger, fear, disgust, and sadness” increased noticeably in the United States between 2000 and 2019.[1] We have been programmed to be negative. Here are some recent headlines from the…
Have you ever had your “bell rung”? Have you ever been hit in the head and felt dazed and confused afterward? Head Injuries have been increasing and gaining much attention, especially in amateur and professional sports. But what about our first responders? They, too, are not immune to the risks of head injuries. Firefighters, law…
Suicide is a serious public health concern that will have long-lasting effects on individuals, families, and communities. Being defined as ‘the act of intentionally killing oneself,’ nearly all suicides result from terrible mental illness. According to the Centers for Disease Control, suicide is the 11th leading cause of death for all ages in the United…