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Holidays during stressful times: Finding joy in the middle of chaos

October 28, 2025

The holiday season is often depicted as a time of joy, laughter, and togetherness. However, for many, it can also be a period filled with stress and pressure. Navigating family gatherings, financial responsibilities, and the expectations of creating memorable experiences can leave us feeling...

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Healing Generational Wounds: The Importance of Addressing Mental Health in Parenting

August 22, 2025

Health Insights Illinois

The profound impact of intergenerational trauma on parenting cannot be overstated. The legacy of unresolved trauma resonates through families, shaping not only how parents relate to their children but also how children perceive themselves and the world around them. Yet, this deeply rooted issue...

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Move for the Mind: Use physical activity to support mental health

May 12, 2025

Health Insights Illinois

May is Mental Health Awareness MonthYou probably know that physical activity is important for improving your physical health and preventing or managing chronic diseases such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and high blood pressure. But did you know that physical activity can also enhance your...

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Conquer the cold: Improve your health by staying active this winter

December 11, 2024

Health Insights Illinois

December is here and it has brought shorter days and colder temperatures. Have you noticed any changes to your exercise routine or the amount of time you spend outside? Research shows that once it falls below 60 degrees, any further decrease in temperature is associated with people engaging in...

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Understanding seasonal affective disorder: A closer look at disparities

December 4, 2024

As the days grow shorter and the weather turns colder, many people experience a dip in their mood. For some, this isn't just a passing phase but a serious condition known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). This type of depression occurs during specific seasons—often in winter—when daylight hours...

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Let's walk! Take the first step to improve your health

March 13, 2024

Health Insights Illinois

Spring has sprung and now that the days are longer and the temperatures are warmer, there is one simple thing we should all be doing – walking! Walking is a simple habit with big benefits. Whether you’re walking the dog, walking during your break at work, walking your kid to school, or walking in...

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Overcoming SAD: Preparing for darker mornings and later sunsets

December 11, 2023

Health Insights Illinois

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a kind of sadness that often manifests itself in the late autumn and early winter. This is because the reduced quantity of daylight at certain times of the year influences the body's circadian clock and, in turn, serotonin production. Depression, fatigue,...

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Invisible forces shaping our mental well-being

September 19, 2023

Health Insights Illinois

Mental health illness is a prominent issue that affects millions of individuals. According to the CDC, mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It impacts our decision-making processes, affecting how we think,...

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Supporting middle school children’s mental health needs

September 19, 2023

Health Insights Illinois

Middle school is an important time in a child's life since as they change physically, emotionally, and socially. Navigating these transformations may be difficult, which is why it is critical for parents, teachers, and society to prioritize the mental health of our early adolescents. Developing an...

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