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Seasonal Depression? How to Spot Seasonal Affective Disorder In Your Mood.
Have you been feeling a bit sadder during this start to the new year? Seasonal Affective Disorder (or S.A.D.) is a real challenge that many people face as seasons change, temperatures fall, or we get less sunlight. It impacts roughly 1 in 20 people, each year. Recently, here in Florida, we finally got our first real taste of […]
How to Make Mental Health Resolutions this Year
New Year Resolutions are a fun tradition and great way to signify our desire to take a step towards positive change. As an organization in the behavioral health industry for many years, we have found that “positive” mental health can be a powerful starting point for all positive goals that we set for ourselves. There […]
Look Back at Your Wins this Year with Aspire (2021)
As we close out 2021 and look forward to a bright new year, we are filled with so much hope, optimism, and love for our community and those we partner with to Save Lives, Transform Communities, and Change the World. Together, we have achieved so much, especially during very challenging times. It has been wonderful to […]
How to Support Mental Health in Central Florida
At Aspire Health Partners, we strive every day to make our vision a reality: Saving Lives, Transforming Communities and Changing the World. These three ideals are lofty but achievable when we focus on the individuals we serve and work together as a community to make things happen. During this season of giving, it is my hope […]
In Celebration of Football Season
Football season has officially kicked off! And we know of no other activity so universally loved in our community. For many, the rituals and traditions of football season are something they have looked forward to for 6 months. Whether at the tailgate, the bar, in the stadium, or at home, let’s make sure our excitement […]
Celebrating Recovery
September is “National Recovery Month”. I would like to use this opportunity to help raise awareness of prevention, treatment, and recovery programs, including those at Aspire. You may be aware of who Aspire is, what we do in our communities (Greater Orlando, Tampa, and now Georgia!), and how to reach us when in need, but […]
Let’s talk about Suicide Prevention
September is Suicide Prevention Month, so let’s talk about what is happening and what we can do. People in our communities are struggling more than ever. Did you know: Suicide is the 12th leading cause of death overall in the U.S.; Suicide rates in Central Florida are at a 20-year high; 9% of kids in grades […]
Renewing Your Mental Health
Webster’s dictionary defines “renewal” as: “to make or become new, fresh or strong again.” What a powerful word! It can’t be overstated – these past few years have been some of the most challenging times we have ever faced. When it comes to your life and what you can control, maybe you should seek renewal in […]
Detox Services at Aspire (Central Florida)
The recent, tragic story of overdoses in north Florida reminds us that communities across our nation, including Central Florida, continue to struggle with drugs and alcohol. While the stigma associated with substance abuse often includes negative stereotypes, it is important to remember that these are our neighbors, our friends, and our family members who have found themselves […]
Affordable Mental Health Programs & Services in Central Florida
Thankfully, advocacy and awareness of the importance of mental health is being increasingly talked about. Certainly, you will hear me encourage everyone to take a look at their mental well-being in my weekly messages. But the reality is, many people do not explore support and care for their mental health needs because of the cost. […]