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Did you know that walking is not only great for your physical health but also your mental well-being? 🌟 Here’s how you can make your walks safer and more beneficial for your mind:🧠 Mental Health Boost:Walking reduces stress, anxiety, and depression.It boosts your mood by releasing endorphins.Enhances cognitive function and creativity.🚦 Pedestrian Safety Tips:Always use crosswalks and follow traffic signals.Stay visible: wear bright or reflective clothing, especially at night.Avoid distractions: put your phone away and stay alert.Make eye contact with drivers before crossing.Let's make every step count towards a healthier mind and safer community! 💪❤️#MentalHealthMatters #PedestrianSafety #WalkWithPurpose #StaySafe #HealthyMind #CommunityWellbeing#BehavioralHealth#EnvisionWellnessWNY#Buffalove#BuffaloBehavioralHealth#BehavioralHealthMatters

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June is Headache Awareness MonthHeadaches are not just a physical ailment; they can also be closely linked to our mental health. Understanding this connection is essential for effective management and overall well-being. 🌟💆♂️How Mental Health Affects Headaches:Stress and Anxiety: High levels of stress and anxiety can trigger tension headaches and migraines. The body's response to stress can lead to muscle tension and changes in brain chemicals, resulting in headaches.Depression: Depression can also be a contributing factor. Those suffering from depression often experience headaches as a physical symptom of their mental health condition.Sleep Disturbances: Poor mental health can disrupt sleep patterns, leading to headaches. Conversely, chronic headaches can interfere with sleep, creating a vicious cycle.Lifestyle Factors: Mental health issues can lead to unhealthy lifestyle choices, such as poor diet, lack of exercise, and substance abuse, all of which can contribute to headaches.Managing Headaches with Mental Health in Mind:Mindfulness and Relaxation Techniques: Practices such as meditation, deep breathing, and yoga can help reduce stress and alleviate headache symptoms.Regular Exercise: Physical activity is a natural stress reliever and can help prevent headaches by promoting overall well-being.Healthy Sleep Hygiene: Establishing a regular sleep routine and creating a restful environment can help improve sleep quality and reduce headache frequency.Professional Help: Seeking therapy or counseling can provide strategies to manage stress, anxiety, and depression, which may, in turn, reduce headache occurrences.Balanced Diet and Hydration: Eating a balanced diet and staying hydrated can prevent headaches caused by poor nutrition and dehydration.Remember, headaches can be a signal from your body that something more is going on. Paying attention to your mental health is a vital step in managing and preventing headaches. 🌼💆♀️#MentalHealth #HeadacheRelief #StressManagement #MindBodyConnection #WellnessJourney #SelfCareTips#BehavioralHealth#EnvisionWellnessWNY#Buffalove#BuffaloBehavioralHealth#BehavioralHealthMatters

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Being outside has a HUGE positive impact on your mental health!🌿 It can reduce stress & anxiety and help you feel more calm and relaxed.☀️ Sunlight increases serotonin, lifting your spirits and fighting depression.🚴♀️ Physical activities in nature release endorphins, boosting your mood.🧘♂️ Being in nature helps you stay present and mindful, reducing negative thoughts.Where are you going to go today??#NationalGreatOutdoorsDay#BehavioralHealth#EnvisionWellnessWNY#Buffalove#BuffaloBehavioralHealth#BehavioralHealthMatters

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Tomorrow if Best Friends Day! Our friends can make a huge difference in our mental health! Here’s how our friends help us thrive:Emotional Support: They listen and offer comfort when we need it the most.Encouragement: Friends motivate us to reach our goals and celebrate our successes.Perspective: They provide valuable advice and different viewpoints.Social Interaction: Spending time with friends can boost our happiness and reduce loneliness.Stress Relief: Fun activities and laughter with friends are great stress busters.Healthy Habits: Friends encourage us to maintain a healthy lifestyle.Crisis Support: They stand by us during tough times, offering practical help and a listening ear.Accountability: Friends help us stay on track with our personal goals and self-care routines.Sense of Belonging: Feeling connected to friends reduces anxiety and depression.Coping Mechanisms: They share effective ways to manage stress and challenges.Let’s cherish and support our friends just as they do for us. Tag a friend who makes your life better! 💞Share this post with your best friends!#FriendshipGoals#SupportEachOther#BehavioralHealth#EnvisionWellnessWNY#Buffalove#BuffaloBehavioralHealth#BehavioralHealthMatters

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Are you or someone you know experiencing symptoms of PTSD? Here are some common signs to watch for:Intrusive memories: Flashbacks, nightmares, or distressing thoughts about a traumatic event.Avoidance: Steering clear of places, activities, or people that remind you of the trauma.Negative changes in thinking and mood: Feelings of hopelessness, memory problems, or difficulty maintaining close relationships.Changes in physical and emotional reactions: Being easily startled, feeling tense, having trouble sleeping, or experiencing angry outbursts.Use this link to take a five-question self-screening to help determine if it's time to seek additional support.https://lnkd.in/g_fAJx6Q#MentalHealth #PTSDSupport #PTSDAwareness#BehavioralHealth#EnvisionWellnessWNY#Buffalove#BuffaloBehavioralHealth#BehavioralHealthMatters

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Celebrate YOUR pride!Head to the Buffalo Pride website for more info!buffalopride.org

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🧠 Understanding PTSD 🧠PTSD, or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, is a mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. It can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, or background. Symptoms can include flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety, and uncontrollable thoughts about the event.If you or someone you know is struggling with PTSD, remember that help is available. You can contact Envision Wellness WNY at (716) 877-6763.Stay tuned for more information all month!Let's break the stigma and support each other! 💙 #PTSDawareness #SupportEachOther#BehavioralHealth#EnvisionWellnessWNY#Buffalove#BuffaloBehavioralHealth#BehavioralHealthMatters

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Join us today for a Mental Health Panel! This is an opportunity to ask our professional clinicians questions related to mental wellness. We will have a team of counselors, all of whom come to the table with their unique expertise and years of experience. Join us for a dynamic discussion and come prepared to ask any questions you may have.All are welcome! No registration required!Town of Tonawanda Public Library Kenmore Branch160 Delaware Rd, Kenmore, NY 14217716-873-2842#BehavioralHealth#EnvisionWellnessWNY#Buffalove#BuffaloBehavioralHealth#BehavioralHealthMatters

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Staff, friends and families of Envision Wellness WNY will be marching and we hope that you will join us!We will meet at Buffalo State University 8:30am to decorate our float. T-shirts will be provided to anyone who helps! More information call 882-2127 and ask for Kenneth.Now’s the time. To celebrate. To march. To act!#BuffaloPride2024#PrideParade#Nowsthetime#BehavioralHealth#EnvisionWellnessWNY#Buffalove#BuffaloBehavioralHealth#BehavioralHealthMatters

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