Seasonal Affective Disorder is Upon Us
Dr. Judith Lynn Overton, a psychiatrist and medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains that SAD is highly treatable.
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What Does Anxiety Look Like?
Many people don’t realize they may have an anxiety disorder, says Dr. Judith Lynn Overton, a psychiatrist and medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee.
How Your Emotions Affect Your Health (And 6 Ways to Manage Them)
Dr. Jill Amos, licensed behavioral health psychologist suggests 6 steps to help you manage your emotions in a productive way.
Depression and the Workplace
It’s a real problem you need to be aware of if you think you or a loved one might be at risk. Here’s what you need to know.
Guide to Age-related Illness in Tennessee
It’s natural to have health concerns as you age, but there are certain issues we may need to pay extra attention to here in Tennessee. WellTuned talked to Dr. Catherine Payne, a BlueCross medical director and expert on aging, about 6 health issues to be aware of.
Can Loneliness Affect Your Health?
We know our minds and bodies are connected, but is it possible for an emotion to take a toll on your physical health? Here’s what you need to know about loneliness, including how to overcome it.
Mental Health Matters: Coping with Multiple Health Issues
Comorbidity is a term used when a person has 2 or more health conditions. Here’s what you need to know about managing multiple health conditions.
How to Help Someone Struggling with Mental Illness
Here are a few ways you can help someone who may be struggling with mental illness, starting with seeing the signs of crisis and ending with offering ongoing support.
How Does Your Personality Affect Your Health?
Your personality guides your behaviors and habits, and both play a big part in your overall health. Here are 13 personality traits that may affect your health.
How Long it Takes to Form a Habit (and 5 Ways to Make or Break One)
When you want to change a habit to become more healthy, you need to know how long it will take to make a habit stick. Here is how forming a habit works — plus some tips on how to kick the bad ones.