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Are You Paralyzed by Social Anxiety? Learn the Best Ways to Manage It.

BCBSIL Connect Team May 22, 2024

Do you have a friend who always bails when you make plans? They may not be trying to avoid you. That can happen when people have social anxiety. Social anxiety disorder, also known as social phobia, is a long-term mental health issue. It affects...
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Depression and Anxiety: Different and Similar

BCBSIL Connect Team May 13, 2024

One in 5 adults in the U.S. lives with a mental health issue. You likely know people who experience depression or anxiety. Some people have both. They are different health problems, but share some of the same warning signs. Help is available for...
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Care for Your Mental Health Throughout Your Pregnancy

BCBSIL Connect Team May 3, 2024

Health care is important before, during and after pregnancy. And that means caring for your mind as well as your body. A healthy pregnancy starts before you’re even pregnant. You might need mental health support if you face issues getting...
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A Hug Only Takes 10 Seconds, Yet the Benefits Last Forever

BCBSIL Connect Team April 29, 2024

Fun fact about hugs: They don’t just give you a warm, fuzzy sense of well-being — they can also be good for your health. It’s true. Hugging for just 10 seconds can boost feel-good hormones like oxytocin. Often called the &ldqu...
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Staying Healthy Before, During and After Pregnancy

BCBSIL Connect Team March 22, 2024

Taking care of your health is always important. But it takes on a whole new level of importance when a baby enters the picture. Be sure to step up your self-care while you’re trying to get pregnant, during your pregnancy and after you give bir.....
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Substance Misuse: Signs and Risks

BCBSIL Connect Team March 22, 2024

Millions of people are drinking too much or misusing drugs. And many don’t get help. But asking for help is a normal part of life, and people should never feel like they have to handle things on their own, says the Substance Abuse and Mental H.....
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Think You May Be Depressed? A Screening Can Help

BCBSIL Connect Team February 27, 2024

If you feel down for weeks or longer, and it keeps you from doing your normal, everyday activities, it could be depression. You don’t have to just accept feeling that way. There are steps you can take that may help. What Is Depression? Depressi....
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Are You In the Money? Or In the Red?

BCBSIL Connect Team February 19, 2024

When you think about taking better care of yourself, what are the first things that come to mind? Do you think about eating more fruits and veggies? Maybe you decide to exercise more, get more sleep or finally get that long-overdue annual checku...
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Learn About Different Levels of Mental Health and Substance Use Treatment

BCBSIL Connect Team February 9, 2024

Would you know what to do if a friend or family member needed help with a mental health or substance use issue? What kind of help would they need? Who could help? Not knowing what to do can be scary and confusing. But there are many things you can...
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Three Ways to Support Your Teen’s Mental Health

BCBSIL Connect Team January 2, 2024

Teens are facing more challenges than ever. There’s pressure from school, friends and social media. No wonder their mental health can suffer. You don’t have to wait until your teen is in crisis to talk about it. Talk to your teen early an...
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How to Make New Year’s Resolutions You Can Keep

BCBSIL Connect Team November 13, 2023

The start of a new year seems like the right time to set resolutions. We may even make lists of things we’d like to change. Our lists often include “eat healthy” and “exercise more.” Sometimes it's hard to follow t...
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10 Tips to Stay Fit During the Holidays

BCBSIL Connect Team October 29, 2023

There's more than a month between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day. It’s a busy time of year, but you don’t have to let your health fall by the wayside. Yes, it's a time filled with holiday meals, office parties and possibly even tra...
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Supporting Someone with a Mental Health Condition

BCBSIL Connect Team October 26, 2023

Anyone can experience a mental health condition. And if they do, friends and family can make a big difference in their recovery. Mental health conditions are common — more than 1 in 5 adults are affected. Mental health conditions are health is.....
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Is Your Child Struggling with Mental Health Issues?

BCBSIL Connect Team August 1, 2023

Children have a lot on their minds. They’re always learning new things and facing challenges they’ve never handled before. You know your child best. You can support them now and in the future by showing them ways to build good menta...
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How Talking About Suicide Can Help

BCBSIL Connect Team July 31, 2023

Talking about suicide is an effective way to help prevent it. But it’s vital to know what to say. We can all help prevent suicide, says 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline , the new national help number. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline...
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