American Psychological Association

Post-Pandemic Summer: Ensuring Mental Wellness for African American Teens

NNPA NEWSWIRE — By recognizing and addressing the mental health needs of African American youth, we can ensure these young individuals have the resources and support...

Statistics show nearly 48 percent of African American adults are clinically obese, with a detailed breakdown exposing 37.1 percent of affected men and 56.6 percent of women, in contrast to 32.6 percent of whites. (Photo: iStockphoto / NNPA)

Commentary2 years ago

Historic Obesity Bill of Rights Unveiled Amidst Surging Obesity Rates Nationwide

NNPA NEWSWIRE — The Obesity Bill of Rights has garnered initial endorsements from 36 prominent organizations, including the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the American Nurses...

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, diseases associated with obesity such as heart disease, stroke, type II diabetes, and certain types of cancer are the leading causes of preventable death in the U.S.

BlackPressUSA3 years ago

PRESS ROOM: Senators Carper and Cassidy and Representatives Ruiz and Wenstrup Take Action to Combat the Obesity Epidemic

NNPA NEWSWIRE — “Obesity is a complex chronic disease and a public health epidemic that costs our nation billions of dollars. As an Emergency Physician, I...

Awareness can help prevent the shame and guilt that comes with burnout and allow people to give themselves grace.

BlackPressUSA3 years ago

COMMENTARY: Don’t Spread Yourself Too Thin: Avoid Burnout with These Simple Tips

THE AFRO — Although it cannot be medically diagnosed, burnout can lead people to lose their sense of self and feel as if they are not...

Youth also struggle with returning to school physically, bullying, and a lack of programs to address their mental health issues.

BlackPressUSA4 years ago

Pandemic’s Heavy Toll on Children’s Mental Health

PRECINCT REPORTER NEWS — “The future wellbeing of our country depends on how we support and invest in the next generation,” said U.S. Surgeon General Vivek...

Louisiana-based family counselor Barbara W. Green said one way to deal with the crisis is to recognize God’s gift to parents.

Black History6 years ago

“Parenting During This Pandemic Requires An ‘Anointing’ Many Already Possess,” Said Louisiana Counselor

NNPA NEWSWIRE — In 2013, Green published the second edition of The Parent Anointing which clarifies the unique position God establishes to help adults parent and...

Katharina Wittgens, a psychologist with the behavioral strategy agency Innovation Bubble, suggests that shoppers are creating too much anxiety in themselves, which is never good during either clear or uncertain circumstances. (Photo: iStockphoto / NNPA)

Business6 years ago

COMMENTARY: Panic buying adds additional stress in COVID-19 pandemic

NNPA NEWSWIRE — In some ways, the trend of panic buying is a way for people to take back control in uncertain times. Many psychologists have...

Environment7 years ago

Tips for kicking the winter blues

MINNESOTA SPOKESMAN - RECORDER — While the winter blues may represent a normal reaction to the season, for some the depressive feelings may linger, signaling a...

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Post-Pandemic Summer: Ensuring Mental Wellness for African American Teens

Historic Obesity Bill of Rights Unveiled Amidst Surging Obesity Rates Nationwide

PRESS ROOM: Senators Carper and Cassidy and Representatives Ruiz and Wenstrup Take Action to Combat the Obesity Epidemic

COMMENTARY: Don’t Spread Yourself Too Thin: Avoid Burnout with These Simple Tips

Pandemic’s Heavy Toll on Children’s Mental Health

“Parenting During This Pandemic Requires An ‘Anointing’ Many Already Possess,” Said Louisiana Counselor

COMMENTARY: Panic buying adds additional stress in COVID-19 pandemic

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Post-Pandemic Summer: Ensuring Mental Wellness for African American Teens

Historic Obesity Bill of Rights Unveiled Amidst Surging Obesity Rates Nationwide

PRESS ROOM: Senators Carper and Cassidy and Representatives Ruiz and Wenstrup Take Action to Combat the Obesity Epidemic

COMMENTARY: Don’t Spread Yourself Too Thin: Avoid Burnout with These Simple Tips

Pandemic’s Heavy Toll on Children’s Mental Health

“Parenting During This Pandemic Requires An ‘Anointing’ Many Already Possess,” Said Louisiana Counselor

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Tips for kicking the winter blues

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