James Patrick hosting free dance fitness event at the Statehouse Saturday
Fitness Trainer James Patrick is hosting a free dance fitness event tomorrow at the Statehouse. The “Peace Love Sweat” event goes from 9 a.m.-11 a.m.
mental health
With more Americans coming out of pandemic isolation, one official says loneliness is the next epidemic we must fight
As some Americans begin emerge from pandemic isolation, one U.S. official says there’s another epidemic we need to now address, loneliness.
Mental health professional explains why some Americans may be experiencing vicarious trauma
The past year has been tough for many Americans. If you feel like the stress of all that’s happened is taking a toll on your mental health, you’re not alone.
Experts discuss the mental health benefits of celebrating holidays
Celebrating the holidays this year could give a much needed boost to your mental health, even if the celebrations don’t look like years past.
How does the coronavirus pandemic impact our mental health?
For many, 2020 has brought unexpected stress as people are dealing with pandemic related economic and social upheaval. For those who suffer from mental illness, stress can often bring on serious symptoms.
Tips to take care of your mental health during the coronavirus outbreak
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) — The current coronavirus crisis can cause anyone feelings of anxiety and fear. But there are some things you can do to help your mental health. “This is unprecedented. Most of us have never lived through a pandemic. So how do we adjust to it? It’s completely normal to be confused, to wonder how we deal with…
SCDMH: More schools expanding access to mental health resources
SCDMH says 60 percent of schools use their services to help students in school
A growing number of school districts across the state are increasing access to mental health resources for their students.
New film to air at Nickelodeon Theater tackles mental illness
(Photo Courtesy: Tameika Isaac Devine) Columbia, SC (WOLO) — A screening of a new movie hopes to bring attention to mental health. According to organizers it will also give those in attendance the resources they need to better handle the reality of life with the illness by holding a question and answer period with a panel of mental health professionals….
Get Psyched conference takes a closer look at mental illness
Columbia,SC (WOLO) — Mental health is becoming more prevalent in today’s world. Friday Midlands Technical College kicked off it’s get psyched presentation a two week conference to explore the trouble the mentally ill go through and how to reduce the negativity around mental illness. Get Psyched places an emphasis on promoting mental health in our community through personal stories and…
Celebrating Mother’s Day with Alzheimer’s Disease
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – Mother’s Day can be an emotional day for people whose mothers are no longer living, but it can be especially trying for children whose mothers suffer from Alzheimer’s Disease. The Alzheimer’s Association of S.C. reports that women are disproportionately affected by the disease – nearly two-thirds of the more than 5 million Americans with Alzheimer’s are women. The…
