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A pair of older adults walking through the woods, wrapped closely together in a Pride flag
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LGBTQ+ older adults endure unique challenges

June 12, 2024 Menninger Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences,  older adults,  veteran care

Dr. Michael Kauth notes that Pride Month might not always be a celebratory time for older members of the LGBTQ+ community.

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How volunteering impacts mental health

May 14, 2024 Menninger Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences,  Mental Health,  Stress,  Volunteering

Dr. Asim Shah notes that volunteer work makes a big difference in people’s lives, while also positively affecting your own mental health.

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A group of women doing yoga on mats.
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Benefits of exercise classes and groups

February 13, 2024 Exercise,  Fitness,  Menninger Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences

Allie Townsend says group fitness activities can have physical and mental health benefits for people with stress, anxiety or depression.

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Navigating the pressure of having kids

November 14, 2023 children,  Menninger Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences,  parenting

Some people know from an early age whether they do or do not want to have children, but for some, that decision can be more

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Misused psych terms: what do they actually mean?

October 10, 2023 Anxiety,  Gaslight,  Menninger Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences,  Narcissist,  OCD,  Panic attack,  PTSD,  trauma

Dr. Karen Lawson explains the meaning of psychology-related terms and diagnoses that people often dilute online or in everyday conversation.

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Give me a break: the benefit of sabbaticals

May 11, 2023 Career,  Menninger Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences,  sabbatical

A sabbatical is an extended period of leave from work. While some believe it acts as a break from the career, it usually aims to

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How to support friends with different attachment styles

March 21, 2023 attachments,  Friendship,  Menninger Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences,  relationships

Whether it’s a romantic relationship or a friendship, we often are drawn to people with different attachment styles. These styles are based in attachment theory,

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Two friends having a difficult conversation. One is looking down sadly while the other rests a hand on their shoulder.
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How to handle failing friendships

February 27, 2023 breakups,  Friendship February,  Menninger Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences

Dr. Laurel Williams shares some tips on how to see the signs and then navigate through a friendship breakup.

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Friendship February: How to make friends

February 9, 2023 Friendship February,  Menninger Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences

Making friends as an adult can be challenging. Dr. Karen Lawson has tips to overcome some common barriers, like lack of self-confidence

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Set realistic resolutions this year

January 19, 2023 Menninger Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences,  New Years

Dr. Asim Shah gives advice on how to manage expectations and set realistic goals for New Years resolutions.

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