How to recognize signs of dementia
Dr. Suzanne Corrington, a medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says if you have aging family members, you should learn about the signs of dementia so you can get them evaluated.
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How to avoid the holiday blues
Dr. Judith Overton, a psychiatrist and medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says if you’re dreading the holidays, you’re not alone.
It’s OK to say no. Here’s how to do It.
Benjamin Breeding, a behavioral health specialist with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains why we say “yes” when we want to say “no.”
What you need to know about secondary trauma
Dr. Jill Amos, a licensed behavioral health psychologist for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains secondary trauma and how to get help if you or a loved one is experiencing it.
What parents need to know about teen suicide
Dr. Judith Overton, a psychiatrist and medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, outlines teen suicide risk factors, warning signs and how to get help.
How to set boundaries with difficult family members
Jennifer Pastusic, a licensed clinical social worker and behavioral health clinical case manager with BlueCare Tennessee, says with family members, we tend to be more forgiving of behaviors we wouldn’t normally tolerate.
Limiting screen time isn’t just for kids
Dr. Deborah Gatlin, a child psychiatrist and medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, provides strategies to enjoy the benefits of screen time without taking it too far.
Resilience: how to bounce back from life’s challenges
If it’s hard for you to recover from a difficult situation, you may want to work on enhancing your resilience, says Katie Valentino, a behavioral health peer support specialist with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee.
Megan’s story: loosening the grip of anxiety
“What seemed like small things to others could bring me to tears,” explains Megan, a nurse case manager with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee.
Activities that increase your happiness
Jordan Foster, behavioral health peer support specialist for BlueCross Blue Shield of Tennessee, says the specific activities will vary from person to person. Here are some to try.