As the seasons change, our lives can move so quickly that we can forget to take a breath and take stock of what’s happening around us. In Northeast Florida, we experience this a bit differently than other parts of the country, as our mornings begin to get a bit cooler before warming up into comfortable, mild afternoons. However, we still experience shorter days with less sunlight, and even these small changes can require adjustments for the sake of our mental health. How Seas

October is National Bullying Prevention Month, and it’s important to talk to our children about bullying, how to stop it, and how it can affect their mental wellbeing. 1 in 5 students report being bullied during their time at school. This of course can lead to negative side effects such as poor academic performance, low self-esteem, and fractured relationships with family and friends. Bullying often takes place when adults aren’t present or there is minimal supervision, i.e.

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and We Need to Talk About It. Each September marks Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and it’s a great reminder to us all that we need to talk about the reality of suicide. When someone dies by suicide, it creates a ripple effect that is felt by their friends, family, community, and beyond. Up to 135 people are affected by a single suicide. These are real lives affected, not just statistical numbers. Suicide Prevention: How to