The holidays are here. The season of giving, spending, celebration, and for many, the season of high calorie overeating. According to a recent study published in the New England Journal of Medicine, the average American gains about a pound between Thanksgiving and the beginning of January. Even though the weight gain isn’t as high as…
The physician shortage is a real, persistent, and worsening problem, not only in the United States, but around the globe. Studies suggest that there is currently a worldwide deficit of more than 4.3 million healthcare providers. And it is typically the most vulnerable populations who are most starkly affected, including those individuals who are living…
When we think back to how “stressed” we used to feel during the holidays, we might long for a bit of that back…especially as we look ahead to what might be another isolated holiday. With your employees coping with burnout and COVID fatigue, the “holiday blues” may be strong, again, this year. Here are some…
In the era of COVID-19, a lot of attention has been given to maintaining physical health. However, mental health challenges are as pressing a concern as physical health, particularly in today’s era of uncertainty and social isolation. Unfortunately, access to consistent and quality mental healthcare is not always easy to find. This article looks at…
This article originally appeared as part of a guide from Total Brain, “Learn To Improve Resilience” If building resilience involves behaviors, thoughts, and actions, where is the best place to begin? Resilience training incorporates an entire set of skills to improve overall growth mindset. Train with these 7 pillars in mind to build resilience.…
By Steve Perrigo Editor’s Note: The far-reaching effects of a global virus mean employees with disabilities need Social Security Disability Insurance benefits more than ever. Thankfully, awareness is growing. Significant health impacts halted work for many American workers – some estimates reach 11 million – and it’s leading to a search for answers. The…
When the summer heat begins to give way to lower temperatures and the days get shorter and shorter, the onset of fall tends to make itself known seemingly overnight. It can be an exciting time of year; finishing summer vacations, getting back to school, preparing for winter. But for many people, it also signals the…
When most people consider disability, they picture something catastrophic happening—an injury on the ski slope, or a speeding car hurtling into theirs—and, for the most part assume it can never happen to them. That’s why human resources experts often find it challenging to convince their employees of the importance of disability insurance even though you…
For many, the first day of autumn kicks off a season of apple picking, foliage tours, and evenings by the fire pit. But for others, it signals the beginning of a months-long struggle with depression, brought about by a significant reduction in sunlight. What is Seasonal Affective Disorder? Seasonal Affective Disorder (S.A.D.) is a form…
When we say “Hello, autumn,” we often are also saying “Hello, germs.” Whether it’s the change in the weather or the many (many!) germs your kids bring home if you have school-aged children, this is when we tend to get the first cold or flu bug of the season. The problem is that most of…
