April is recognized as Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Coping with sexual assault is a difficult process, and it can be hard to deal with to say the least. We want to address this subject with some suggestions, compassion and support. Sexual Assault Awareness Sexual assault can be defined as any sexual contact or behavior...
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April is Stress Awareness Month. First of all, how is April already!? But we digress. Let’s take this opportunity to look at the impact of stress on mental health. And Waters Edge will also provide some practical ways you can reduce the stress you’re experiencing. Recognizing April as Stress Awareness Month Stress can be...
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Gardening for your mental health. There is a definite link between gardening and emotional well-being. And with spring upon us, there’s no better time to plant some flowers or a vegetable garden. In fact, any type of outdoor gardening or working in the yard or nurturing indoor plants can prove beneficial to your mental...
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Substance Abuse. Real talk. The ongoing uncertainty and stress of this pandemic have led to increased demand for mental health services from psychologists in the United States. However, conditions like anxiety and depression aren’t the only mental health issues people are facing. Studies say misuse of opioids, alcohol and stimulants are also on the...
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St. Patrick’s Day in Savannah – it has it all. But along with tradition and fun, it has its pitfalls as well. We have been deprived of this tradition since the pandemic began, so this year…we are ready! Bring on the greening of the Forsyth Park fountain, the parade, all the beads, and the...
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March is recognized as Self-Harm Awareness Month. This topic is tough. Self-Harm is defined as “when a person hurts his or her own body on purpose. The injuries may be minor, but sometimes they can be severe. They may leave permanent scars or cause serious health problems.*” But what is the underlying cause? And...
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Couples: how to argue effectively. If you are in a relationship and have moved past the “honeymoon stage” then chances are you have had an argument. Many couples see disagreements and arguments as a sign that their relationship is failing; however, arguments are a normal part of any relationship. With two different people living...
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Counseling when dealing with cancer. Catie’s Gathering, sponsored by CURE (a Childhood Cancer Research organization very close to our hearts here at Waters Edge), is on the horizon – March 11th in fact. With that in mind, we wanted to talk about the many reasons counseling can help during these difficult times. Seeking counseling...
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Loneliness vs Anxiety. A topic we haven’t tackled yet. With all the upheaval that has happened in our lives since the beginning of the pandemic, there are many of us that have felt extreme loneliness. And, also, a lot of anxiety. But is there a difference? Recent studies say yes, so let’s dig in....
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A day in the life of a school counselor. First of all, you are the world to these kids. You give them space to talk, comfort to be themselves, and you are a safe space for them. With this being National School Counselor week, we want to appreciate you and take a moment to...
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