by BeWell Penn State Health | Oct 4, 2023 | Emotional Wellness, Spiritual Wellness, Topics, Wellness Articles
Social media can help you connect with others by providing a space to keep up with loved ones and communities. However, social media isn’t always helpful. In fact, Helpguide.org reports that using social media platforms too much can increase your risk for...
by BeWell Penn State Health | Sep 27, 2023 | Emotional Wellness, Spiritual Wellness, Topics, Wellness Articles
Written by: Kelly Fuddy, Staff Support Chaplain When she first started working as a health care chaplain, Kelly Fuddy, chaplain at Hershey Medical Center, was full of joy and optimism about her work. People would say, “I don’t know how you do it”, and she’d feel very...
by BeWell Penn State Health | Sep 20, 2023 | Emotional Wellness, Spiritual Wellness, Topics, Wellness Articles
Suicide affects thousands of people each year. It is also the 12th leading cause of death among the human population. September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, an ideal time to learn how to approach someone you care about, know what to say and help...
by BeWell Penn State Health | Sep 13, 2023 | Emotional Wellness, Spiritual Wellness, Topics, Wellness Articles
One of the most important factors in our overall emotional well-being is managing our stress – which is easier said than done, of course. What is stress first aid? Stress first aid is a framework to improve recovery from stress reactions, both in oneself and in...
by BeWell Penn State Health | Sep 6, 2023 | Emotional Wellness, Spiritual Wellness, Topics, Wellness Articles
Laura Ramsey and Kelly Fuddy, staff support chaplains at Hershey Medical Center, see the everyday impact that working in health care can have on our emotional and spiritual health. “We are honored to talk with staff to find out how their days are truly going. We...
