What is Premarital counseling? Everyone dreams of having a happy marriage, we spend hours planning a wedding, looking for the perfect attire, and making sure everything is good to go for the big day. Yet, we don't consider how different or difficult it could be to transition from single to a married life. Premarital counseling... Continue Reading →
What is Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) ? Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disorder, it occurs when the immune system attacks its own body tissues. RA affects the lining of the joints, causing pain and inflammation that can later result in joint deformity. In addition RA causes pain, stiff joints, fatigue, and it can also lead... Continue Reading →
Welcome to our blog! Last month was National Suicide Prevention Month and in an effort to continue the conversation I am here to talk about how we can support our loved ones who are contemplating suicide. When people talk about suicide they take into account two perspectives, that of the individual who is contemplating, planning,... Continue Reading →
For those of you who are not aware September was Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month so this month here at Olive Branch we are bringing forward resources, dialogue, and education on suicide in an effort to start and continue the conversation. The reason for this blog is to discuss what it is that keeps us... Continue Reading →
¿Qué es la depresión mayor o depresión clÃnica? Todos nos sentimos tristes y deprimidos en algún momento de nuestras vidas. Sin embargo, la depresión mayor, también conocida como depresión clÃnica, consiste en sentirse deprimido la mayor parte del dÃa y sin interés en actividades que antes disfrutamos. Algunos de los sÃntomas de la depresión mayor... Continue Reading →
What Is Major or Clinical Depression? We all feel sad and low at some point in our lives. However, Major depression also known as clinical depression is feeling in a depressed mood most of the day, and having no interest in activities we once enjoyed. Some of the symptoms of major depression are: Fatigue or... Continue Reading →
What is World Mental Health Day ? World Mental Health Day is intended to raise awareness of mental health issues around the world and mobilize efforts in support of mental health. When did it start? World Mental Health Day was observed for the first time on October 10, 1992. It was announced as an annual... Continue Reading →
¿Qué es el cáncer de mama? El cáncer de mama es una enfermedad en la que se forman células cancerosas en los tejidos del seno. SÃntomas del cáncer de mama: Bulto o masa en el senoHinchazón de todo o parte del senoIrritación de la piel Datos importante sobre el cáncer de mama: El cáncer de... Continue Reading →
What is Breast Cancer? Breast cancer is a disease in which cancer cells form in the tissues of the breast. Breast Cancer Symptoms: Lump or mass in the breastSwelling of all or part of the breastSkin irritation Facts about Breast Cancer: Breast cancer is the most common cancer in American womenThere are over 3.5 million... Continue Reading →
