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988 Reasons Your Reason Is Reason Enough in Community Suicide Prevention and Recovery
The 2024–2026 988 theme, “Your Reason is Reason Enough,” reminds us that suicide prevention begins with connection. Community members can notice warning signs, ask directly about suicide, listen without judgment, and help someone access support. Recovery also requires continued care after a crisis. A reason to keep going does not need to be big or permanent—sometimes one small reason, one safe person, or one supportive community is enough to make it through the next hour.

Rena Sanrelus
Sep 155 min read
Executive Functioning, ADHD, and School Stress
Learn how ADHD and executive functioning challenges can affect students' organization, focus, time management, emotional regulation, and academic confidence. Discover practical strategies for parents, teachers, and caregivers to support children and teens with ADHD, reduce school-related stress, strengthen executive functioning skills, and promote greater confidence, resilience, and success throughout the school year.

Rena Sanrelus
Sep 13 min read
How Chronic Stress Impacts the Brain and Body
The World Health Organization defines stress as a state of worry or mental tension caused by a difficult situation. Stress is a common experience for most people and comes in many forms. People experience three main types of stress: Acute, Episodic and Chronic. Stress can come from many sources. Work, physical health, and the general environment can all contribute to the overall stress of an individual. Acute Stress: Acute stress is the most common form of stress

Rena Sanrelus
Apr 213 min read


Emotions and the Seasons: Understanding How Weather Affects Your Mood
Have you ever heard the phrases summertime sadness, fall feelings, or winter blues? These terms capture the emotional changes many people experience as the seasons shift. While they might sound casual, they often describe a real and recognized condition known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) — a type of depression that follows a seasonal pattern.

Rena Sanrelus
Oct 29, 20252 min read

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