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The Winter Blues: Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Posted on: Tuesday, October 12, 2021
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a recurrent, seasonal pattern of depressive episodes. Most commonly, the episodes begin in the fall or winter and go away in the spring or summer, but for some people, the opposite is true. Some individuals become depressed in the summertime.
» Read moreMeet Danielle Roncone, Laurel Hall Hagerstown Therapist
Posted on: Tuesday, October 5, 2021
Being a school student can be a very emotionally challenging time, particularly for those who have difficulty regulating their emotions. Having access to a mental health therapist can make all the difference in having a successful year.
» Read moreMichael Hann, MD New Chief Medical Officer
Posted on: Tuesday, September 28, 2021
Michael C. Hann, MD joined the staff at Brook Lane as Chief Medical Officer on September 20, 2021. “I was looking for an organization with a strong sense of service,” says Dr. Hann. “Brook Lane has a long history in helping and serving others and I look forward to getting started in my new position.”
» Read moreIs Substance Use Treatment the Same as Addictions Recovery?
Posted on: Thursday, September 23, 2021
Is substance use treatment actually addictions recovery? The answer to that question can be yes and no. So, what is treatment, if it is not necessarily recovery? And what is recovery, if it is not only treatment?
» Read moreMy Road to Healing and Recovery: Jason Marren’s Success Story
Posted on: Wednesday, September 8, 2021
Three years ago I was in the darkest time of my life and it kept getting darker. I was miserable and felt like I was failing. I was wearing a mask to hide my low self-esteem and self-confidence. Financial insecurities were making me anxious and I couldn’t sleep.
» Read morePreparing Your Child for a Positive Start to the New School Year
Posted on: Monday, August 16, 2021
As the summer quickly comes to a close, parents are preparing their children for the new school year. It is important to prepare for and anticipate some possible challenges. Preparing children for potential emotional challenges will help them be resilient, have a positive outlook, and maintain good mental health.
» Read moreTaffy Clark Joins Brook Lane Leadership
Posted on: Thursday, July 22, 2021
Taffy Clark recently joined Brook Lane’s Leadership Team as our new Director of Quality. She brings with her more than 20 years of healthcare experience in a variety of different settings, and more than 13 years of experience in quality/risk and legal management.
» Read moreGrieving the Loss of a Child
Posted on: Thursday, July 15, 2021
July is Bereaved Parents Month. The worst trauma that can happen to anyone is the loss of a child, regardless of the age of the child or the circumstance. The loss of a child is different that other losses; it is an out-of-order, traumatic event.
» Read moreFrom the Depths of PTSD to Business Owner of Blackout Nuts & Candies: Mark Smith’s Success Story
Posted on: Tuesday, June 29, 2021
I was diagnosed with PTSD nearly five years ago. It was so severe that it took me a year and a half, with the help of my therapist, to slowly start making progress. When I entered therapy, I couldn’t get out of the batter’s box.
» Read moreMental Health Benefits of Yoga: The Healing Power of the Breath
Posted on: Monday, June 14, 2021
Before reading this article, take notice to the way you are feeling right in this moment. Are you feeling anxious? Angry? Overwhelmed? Take a second to get in touch with your body and your mind. Yoga. Union. Mind. Body. Spirit.
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