
Blog post
The importance of mental health and how Landmark can help
Every May, we celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month.
It’s not uncommon for mood changes to occur when the seasons change. People can feel down when daylight hours shorten but feel better in the spring when daylight hours are longer. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), is a type of specific depression brought on in the winter months. In addition to medication, talk therapy and bright light treatment may be options. Talk to your Landmark team.
Being prepared for winter is helpful. If left untreated, SAD can be as serious as any other form of depression. Talk with your Landmark team or your PCP to make a plan (mental and physical) for the darkest months. Staying engaged in the world can keep winter sadness at bay.
Ideas to combat winter blues:
Every May, we celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month.
On April 16, we recognize National Healthcare Decisions Day (NHDD).
The month of March is a time we celebrate the social work profession.