Like a lot of things in life, anxiety isn’t as straightforward as it’s sometimes presented. You can definitely look at specific things in your child’s life and see if anxiety is a problem, though. There is more than one type of anxiety disorder, some that are mild and treatable without medication, others more severe and… continue reading »
As a parent, this pandemic has thrown me for a loop. I can’t tell if my son has a serious mental health issue, if he is just reacting to the consequences of the coronavirus, or if it’s just typical teen angst. He’s been much more withdrawn lately. But isn’t everyone? We are all social distancing… continue reading »
We’ve been through two deployments and my husband didn’t meet his second child until she was six months old. I love being a military wife. I understand the sacrifice that my husband has made for his country and I’m so proud of him… But it takes a toll. We PCSed to the Lexington area about… continue reading »
SUN Behavioral Kentucky, part of a network of community hospitals working to solve the unmet needs of those with mental illness and substance use disorders, is expanding its Telehealth Services in response to the COVID-19 national emergency. Beginning immediately, individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, mental health or substance use-related issues can receive a level-of-care telehealth… continue reading »
Free online consultations for those struggling with mental health issues are now available through Sun Behavioral Health’s Northern Kentucky office. The office sent out a news release Wednesday announcing an expansion of its Telehealth Services in response to COVID-19. Appointments are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week through the Zoom app, officials… continue reading »
So far, Cincinnati area residents seem to be handling the stress of the coronavirus pandemic pretty well. But when people need help, more of them are good with a video call with their therapist. Behavioral and mental health experts across the region say they are not seeing a rise in calls from people in crisis, three weeks into the… continue reading »
The coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to present unique and rapidly changing challenges. SUN remains committed to responding quickly and responsibly to the needs of its staff, patients and their loved ones. All Casual Visitation to the Hospital has been Suspended Family modes of communication with loved ones include extended tele-visitation times throughout the day and access… continue reading »
The holidays are a great time to reconnect with family and friends, but they can also be stressful when you’re battling a substance use disorder. Maintaining sobriety at events can make you want to hide away at home and skip the whole holiday season. Here are five tips to help you plan for the festivities… continue reading »
Losing someone you love to suicide is a devastating, life-changing experience. But you are never alone. There is great comfort in community, especially during times when we struggle to find understanding and hope. That’s why the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention hosts hundreds of Survivor Day events around the world every year. Come together to… continue reading »
Find Your Ray of SUN Daylight Saving Time is near and as the days are already getting shorter, for many Americans, colder and darker months can bring Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) with them. Of course, when it comes to sunlight, our team at SUN Behavioral Health is uniquely qualified to help. We frequently encounter these… continue reading »
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