If you’ve been paying attention to health stories in the news lately, you’ve likely heard of mindfulness. But mindfulness is more than just a buzzword or the newest health trend. It’s a particular type of awareness that can help provide people with coping skills for dealing with stressful situations. Mindfulness can also help with certain mental health issues like anxiety or depression. And it’s something you can practice anywhere, anytime. Check out this article to learn more.
Uncovering the what and why of mindfulness
I told my family doctor that I suffer from anxiety. She said I would have to wait a long time to get an appointment with a psychiatrist. Instead, she suggested I attend a group therapy class that teaches mindfulness. What is mindfulness and can it really help me?