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4 Things You Can DO to Live Better with Mental Illness
In the era of social media, we often see only the “perfect” parts of people’s lives, but in reality, everyone has challenges. For those living with mental illness, it can be especially difficult to open up about the disease and get treatment and support because of the...
Reach Out to Loved Ones for a Happy Heart
The record for the world’s longest-lasting marriage belongs to Herbert and Zelmyra Fisher, who were married for nearly 85 years before Herbert’s death at 105 in 2011. (Zelmyra died two years later, also at 105!) They claimed the best marriage advice they received was:...
The Write Stuff for Your Relationship
The last time many of us wrote in a diary about our love lives, we were probably wearing braces or agonizing over acne. Well, blow off the dust and crack that lock. Seems it may help cement your bond with your partner if you write down your deepest thoughts about your...
How to Avoid 3 Common Relationship Mistakes
1. Don't Put Off Until Tomorrow . . .First and foremost, many couples simply start too late and give up too soon. By that I mean couples let the problems in their marriages go on for so long (often for years!) that they become increasingly difficult to fix (not...
How Relationships Influence Your Health
The quality of your relationships and social interactions with your spouse, family and friends can have a major impact on your overall health—both positively and negatively. On one hand, a good relationship boosts health and longevity by reducing...
For a Healthy Heart, Don’t Skip Vacation
Next time you’re tempted to skip a vacation, consider this: That holiday is good for your heart. If you keep your nose to the grindstone, you could be hurting your hearth health. Research shows that regular getaways can help keep your heart healthy. A long-term study...
Why is Money Such a Powerful Stressor?
It's no secret that financial wellbeing can take a toll on our stress levels, and that money is a considerable source of worry for many US adults. In fact, in one survey from the American Psychological Association (APA), nearly three-quarters of participants reported...
The Link between Your Finances and Your Mental Health
We all know that choppy financial waters can lead to some serious money troubles, like the inability to pay monthly bills, a lower credit score or even home foreclosure. But financial issues can not only affect your bottom line. They may also lead to serious...
Try Spain’s 1-Hour Stress Buster
Spain's traditional diet -- loaded with fish, vegetables, and olive oil -- is thought to be great for your heart. But another Spanish tradition might be even better: the siesta. Scientists say that daily power naps -- on the order of 45 minutes or more -- may help...
Penn State Health’s New Employee Assistance Program, SupportLinc, is Live!
Managing work and your home life can sometimes be a challenge. We are pleased to announce the SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available with emotional wellbeing and work-life balance resources to keep you at your best. Administered by CuraLinc...