Mental Health

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Read article: Be an intentional family
Be an intentional family
Most of us say that family is most important to us and that we put them first – but do we? A...
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Read article: Weathering stress in farming and your life
Weathering stress in farming and your life
May is mental health awareness month, and this is a good time to review ways to reduce mental stress and where to get help. First, if you or someone...
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Read article: When Medical Tests Spark Anxiety
When Medical Tests Spark Anxiety
You may have heard the phrase, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Attributed to Benjamin Franklin, this saying...
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Read article: Celebrate Mental Health Month in May
Celebrate Mental Health Month in May
May is Mental Health Month, and University of Illinois Extension is joining Mental Health America (MHA) to focus on a simple, shared goal: helping...

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Explore techniques to take charge of chronic pain
URBANA, Ill. — Pain is one of the body’s most important warning systems, signaling when something needs care or attention. But when pain becomes persistent, it can interfere with daily routines, limit mobility, and affect emotional well-being. In the United States, chronic pain affects more than...