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It’s not just new parents who struggle with mental health. Parents of older children can also struggle with anxiety, depression and other mental health issues. Dr. Ashley Blackmon Jones, a board-certified psychiatrist with Prisma Health, spoke with us about resources available for parents who need support. 

Being a new parent can be a challenge that takes a toll on your physical and mental health. Fortunately, there are resources for new moms who need help. Dr. Ashley Blackmon Jones, a board-certified psychiatrist with Prisma Health, spoke with us about how new mothers can manage their mental health. 

It can be difficult to know the difference between everyday stress and when a situation truly requires specialized care for mental health. We spoke with licensed therapist Dr. Bryan Fox on how and when to get started with professional mental health care.

Seeking help for mental health can seem overwhelming and add stress to an already stressful situation. We spoke with licensed counselor Dr. Bryan Fox on how to begin the process of getting professional mental health care and the different options available.

How do you know when you’re under stress and when you’re having a panic attack? We spoke with employee assistance professional Lisa Hardy on how to recognize the symptoms of an anxiety or panic attack.  Tune in to hear great information on how to cope with anxiety and when to seek treatment.

Scrolling through headlines these days can be stressful. Our social feeds can be full of negative media that can significantly impact our mental health. Fortunately, there are ways to cope.  We spoke with Lisa Hardy, an employee assistance professional, on how to recognize and manage anxiety that might be caused by overexposure to negative news and media.