Mental Health

Scientists continue to study how physical and mental health are intricately connected — and how what you think may dramatically affect how you feel. That idea of a brain-body connection is a foundational principle of what’s...

Public health experts are starting to talk about a new epidemic impacting millions of Americans: loneliness and social isolation. More than one-third of U.S. adults are estimated to be suffering from “serious loneliness.” This is...

When Cheila Ditzler was a teenager, she knew she wanted to pursue a career in behavioral health care. After seeing the effects of behavioral health support firsthand, she knew the powerful impact it could make. “I was diagnosed with major...

While most people infected with COVID-19 fully recover, a significant number continue to feel symptoms long after their initial recovery. Franciscan Health Dyer is offering a group to allow these “long haulers” to share their stories and provide...

Last year, Porter-Starke Services received a grant from the Indiana Family & Social Services Administration’s (FSSA) Division of Mental Health and Addiction (DMHA) to provide needed resources for Hoosiers aged 50 and older. This demographic has...

Those experiencing the loss of a loved one can often find support and wisdom by meeting with others who are finding their own way through the grieving process. Franciscan Health’s Palliative Care Department offers grief support groups, which are...

The holiday season is often referred to as a season of joy and a time to spread good cheer. For some, however, the season is bleak and magnifies their already existing mental health struggles or brings on new ones.  HealthLinc Chief Behavioral...

Eating disorders have become increasingly more common, with nearly 30 million Americans estimated to have one in their lifetime. If you, or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder, it may be difficult to know what steps...

Marjorie* was a Medicaid member in Texas who needed a lot of support for her complex conditions. She was often in the hospital for dialysis and she also had regular panic attacks. As a member of the Texas Complex Care program, she was provided with...

Caregiving for a loved one can put a strain on even the most resilient people. Add in the uncertainties of the COVID-19 pandemic and it has the potential to feel challenging. This means that finding ways to thrive and continue to take care of your...