After several years of health uncertainty and a stream of unsettling headlines, many people are simply done. The effort to manage life stress is leading to exhaustion and compassion fatigue. Individuals report a range of symptoms as they work through extended periods of extra stress. For some, irritability, anxiety, lethargy, and apathy are more common, … Continued
Whether it’s young adults finding the path to independence more difficult than expected, or older adults unexpectedly caring for younger generations longer, people of all ages are facing stressors of unexpected life realities. For younger individuals, lingering pandemic concerns such as lack of employment during that time may hinder the expected launch into adulthood, and … Continued
A message from Rosecrance President and CEO Dave Gomel, Ph.D.: Employees are the heart and soul of any successful organization. Without expert, compassionate staff, Rosecrance could not help thousands of individuals thrive each day. To recognize this effort, we have devoted significant time and resources over the past two years to show that we truly … Continued
The holidays are here, and it may not be the most wonderful time of the year for many among us. Stress and grief can present challenges, but the support of caring professionals can make a difference this year. “The holidays for many individuals struggling with behavioral health serve as reminders of losses, not just deaths, … Continued
As if a pandemic wasn’t enough, our nation continues to endure one traumatic event after another. These crises have dramatic ripple effects on entire communities—from people who experienced them firsthand to those connected in other ways, like knowing someone who was there, living near where it took place, or reliving a similar experience they had … Continued
Whether it’s violence in a community, a natural disaster, or another life-altering event, crises can cause unsettling responses in people near and far from the situation. As individuals process trauma, a full range of emotions can be expected over time. In the immediate aftermath, survivor’s guilt may impact those directly impacted, while anyone may experience … Continued
Mobile Crisis Response Supervisor Mary Hendrickson has provided care for clients in uniquely different parts of the Rosecrance continuum of care. She began as a Rosecrance Griffin Williamson Campus counselor, stepped away for family reasons, then returned during the 2022 summer to lead the mobile crisis response team. Here are the Beloit native’s thoughts on … Continued
While holiday festivities make December merry, they also can be a time of grief because of the impact of drug or alcohol-related deaths on America’s roads. National Impaired Driving Prevention Month calls attention to the increase in driving deaths from Thanksgiving through New Year’s Day. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) reports … Continued
Scheduling a doctor’s appointment or medical procedure can test patience on the best days. When you or your child need to manage a mental health disorder, the wait can be especially distressing. The Rosecrance Ware Center’s medical team has expanded over the past several years to improve access and enhance the range of services provided. … Continued
While life always presents challenges, to say these are stressful times would be an understatement. On top of recent national and global events, the pandemic changed our lives in so many ways that we’re still processing. Isolation increased, socialization declined, and milestone events like graduations, weddings, and holiday gatherings were altered or even skipped. Even … Continued