In a pandemic, where almost everything changed, individuals are reevaluating their coping skills - some of which are healthier than others. For some, coping skills that have worked in the past are no longer helpful. Others turn to their coping skills more than ever just to get through the day. If smoking is one of [...]
Do you find yourself missing quiet moments? Are you looking for ways to get centered during this ever-shifting year? This video is perfect for teachers, parents and anyone else looking for a safe space during these trying times. Sound like you? Read on! By prioritizing self care and promoting wellness in ourselves, it can give [...]
Sleeping too little, sleeping too much, still tired at the end of the day….sound familiar to you? Irregular sleep or sleep disturbances are some of the most common reactions to disaster distress. Have your sleeping habits changed since the pandemic started? Perhaps they’ve changed multiple times. Sleep hygiene, also known as cleaning up your sleep [...]
Are you feeling touch deprivation because of the COVID-19 pandemic and all of the isolation? Whether you’re a person who enjoys hugs and physical touch or not, we are living in a world where physical distancing is important. This means less physical encounters in your personal and professional life. Think about it: when was the [...]
What’s the first thing that comes to your mind when you hear the word “health?” In a pandemic world, health is at the top of mind for many of us. Though physical health and immunity may be the first things that come to your mind when you hear “health,” these aren’t the only important components [...]
Tri-County Mental Health Services maintains its support of our communities’ behavioral health needs. The majority of our services continue to be delivered virtually (via phone or telehealth) due to the COVID-19 health crisis, although some in-person services are available by appointment. The health and safety of clients and staff continues to be our highest priority. [...]
What is Fentanyl? Fentanyl is a potent synthetic opioid drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration for use as an analgesic (pain relief) and anesthetic. It is approximately 100 times more potent than morphine and 50 times more potent than heroin as an analgesic. How is it abused? Injected, snorted/sniffed, smoked, taken orally by [...]
Has the pandemic changed how many hours you’re sitting per day? Our homes are our new workplaces. Still more have followed recommendations to stay home to stop the spread of COVID-19. While these are good changes, they have led a number of us to sit much more than we did pre-pandemic. Think about your day. [...]
Should you be worried about your kids having more screen time during the pandemic and with virtual learning? With pandemic learning, online school, and hybrid school models in full swing, screen time has increased for adults and kids alike. Like any good parent, you may worry about just how much time your child is spending [...]
We have reached the anniversary of the Covid-19 pandemic. A year is an incredibly long time to go through something, especially when our world has been turned upside down. It was a year ago that lock downs were put into place, and we began to realize just how different everything would be. Masks, isolation, the [...]
