Mind Your Mental Health
April is Stress Awareness Month. This health observance aims to educate Americans about the prevalence and seriousness of stress while highlighting helpful coping strategies.
- Did you know? Seventy-seven percent of Americans say stress affects their physical health. Three out of four doctor visits are for stress-related ailments. Studies have linked stress to heart disease, asthma, diabetes, obesity, gastrointestinal problems, depression, and accelerated aging.
- Keep a journal to track stressors. Writing about what is generating your stress, then brainstorming for solutions can empower you to reduce stress and anxiety.
- Meditate mindfully to minimize chaos. Take quiet time to yourself, sit comfortably, and breathe deeply. Ground yourself in the present and try to clear your mind of extraneous worries.
- Get help through your Employee Assistance Program. If you believe stress is harming your health, but you’ve avoided taking action, visit your BMC member website for helpful resources.
Learn more here or call 1-800-327-1393 for confidential mental health resources.
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