Depression during a pandemic: 6 steps for taking control of your mental health
WellTuned spoke with Dr. Jill Amos, licensed behavioral health psychologist for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, about mental health during the pandemic.
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Kids & depression: 7 signs every parent should know
Laura Bertrand, licensed professional counselor and mental health expert at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says when kids’ feelings get bottled up, they spill out in other ways, from sleep problems to outbursts to changes in eating.”
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.
What Is Postpartum Depression?
Postpartum depression occurs in 8-16% of births. Dr. Judith Overton, medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains postpartum depression, symptoms, risk factors and treatments.
What Everyone Should Know About High Functioning Depression
Learn the signs of high functioning depression so you can seek help for yourself or a loved one.
What Everyone Should Know About Seasonal Depression
How to tell the difference between the “winter blues” Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and ongoing depression.
Depression in Children and Teens: Catch the Warning Signs
Children and teens show different signs of depression than adults. Learn the warning signs to help your loved ones.
Collective trauma 102: How we process trauma + 5 tips for talking about it (with kids & adults)
Every generation has collectively traumatic events. For older generations, it might be WWII or the Vietnam War. For others, it might be 9/11, school shootings, or COVID-19.
What is ‘touch starvation’? How physical touch affects your health + 3 ways to feel better
“Physical touch meets an essential human need,” says Dr. Jeanne James, pediatrician and chief medical officer for BlueCare Tennessee.
What is collective trauma? 5 steps to understanding your feelings, getting help & taking action
Natasha D. Bonner, behavioral health expert for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains that collective trauma is any reaction people have to a traumatic event that affects our whole society.