The journey through welcoming a child into the world is often a rollercoaster of emotions, filled with hope, anxiety and an immense desire to see your newborn thrive. Sadly, not all stories have happy endings, and the pain of losing an infant during pregnancy, childbirth, or in the NICU, is a heartbreaking reality many families […]
Throughout history, music has been recognized as a potent force in healing and enhancing the human experience. The use of music as therapy dates back to ancient civilizations, where it was used to ease emotional burdens, reduce stress and promote relaxation. In the modern medical landscape, the field of therapeutic music has gained recognition for […]
For the last three years, all of us have faced and dealt with the pandemic of mass proportions. We have faced isolation and fear and distance from our families and friends. We have faced uncertainty about our future in general and a trip to the local supermarket in particular. On top of all this uncertainty, […]
Grief is hard. Losing a cherished family member or close friend is often the hardest thing we have ever gone through. And our society does not make it easier. We live in a society that puts aging, sickness and death behind the walls of hospitals, nursing facilities and funeral homes. So when we first encounter […]
Have you ever noticed that your mood seems to change with the season? Do winter months find you feeling more depressed and withdrawn than normal? Does this seem to happen consistently every year? If you answered yes to one or more of these questions, then you may want to consider having a conversation about Seasonal […]
June is National PTSD Awareness Month. PTSD, or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, is a mental health problem that many people develop after a person has been subjected to a life-threatening event. According to the PTSD Foundation of America, almost 10% of Americans will experience PTSD at some point in their lives. Northeast Georgia Health System wants […]
As our neighbors and the medical community are dealing with the long-term effects of COVID-19, Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) is dedicated to providing programs and resources to help our patients and employees heal. Made possible by community support of the COVID Relief Fund, the NGHS Foundation has teamed up with health system departments and […]
By: Adam J. Raulerson, MS, LMFT While we all know that mental health is important – especially after all the stress and isolation that accompanied COVID-19 – it isn’t just your mood and emotional well-being that is affected by your mental state. In fact, the mind-body connection is stronger than you may think. Experts have […]
by: Abdullah Panchbhaya, MD | Family Medicine Resident We’ve all had nights where we just don’t sleep. Sometimes it’s because of a conscious choice we made to stay up late into the night studying for a test, watching a movie, playing a game, or talking to friends. Sometimes it’s because of a medical condition such […]
If you have recently lost a loved one, starting the New Year without them can be challenging.
The Mental Health Foundation states that in the past year, 74% of people have felt so overwhelmed by their stress that they were unable to function at their full potential. Many things can cause stress, but it is important to know and utilize effective methods to cope with stress, no matter its cause. Simple Ways […]
September 6th-12th is National Suicide Prevention Week. To honor this, we would like to educate you on the complexity of suicide and empower you by giving you simple ways to help someone who may be experiencing emotional pain. If you or someone you know is in a critical state regarding suicidal thoughts or behaviors, please […]
Mental health might not be one of your primary health concerns, but it is essential to take care of your mental well-being because mental health is brain health. Dr. Devin Vicknair, an NGPG behavioral health specialist, explains the importance of mental well-being because it affects your overall health and mental state. You only get one brain, […]
By: Dr. Mac Hafele, licensed clinical psychologist & neuropsychologist, Employee Assistance Program at NGHS If you’re feeling stressed, overwhelmed or distracted, the last thing you want to do is sit quietly with your thoughts. But that’s exactly what mindfulness encourages you to do. Focusing on the precise moment you’re in and turning inward doesn’t open […]