by Dr. Rebecca Durkin | Oct 1, 2023 | Health & Wellbeing
Heading back to school this fall I am getting to watch my son learn to write this year. He is very entertainingly learning to spell. (He recently wrote a note to his friend “Will-Yum” and a label for his “swim-soots” drawer.) But it has also been fascinating to see...
by Dr. Rebecca Durkin | Jun 6, 2023 | Health & Wellbeing
“Should I be taking medications to help me feel better?” Our therapists and psychiatrists hear this question often. The short answer I give is (as with everything) it depends. Even the idea of discussing psychiatric medications makes many people anxious. So, before...
by Dr. Rebecca Durkin | Nov 5, 2022 | Health & Wellbeing
988 FAQ Q: What is 988? A: 988 is a nationwide telephone hotline. It functions similarly to 911. However, unlike 911, which covers emergencies in general, 988 has been specifically created to respond to mental health crises. Q: When are the 988 counselors...
by Dr. Rebecca Durkin | Oct 10, 2021 | Health & Wellbeing
WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY: October 10, 2021 The first week of October is designated Mental Illness Awareness Week and October 10th marks World Mental Health Day! This gives us a great opportunity to challenge the existing stigma surrounding mental illness. Unlike many...
by Dr. Rebecca Durkin | Jun 21, 2021 | Health & Wellbeing
The (Really) Great Outdoors: How spending time in nature improves almost everything Warm weather and long days mean Summer is finally here! The beginning of a new season is a great time to take stock of not only how, but also where we spend our time. We’ve all heard...
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