mental

The impact of isolation on solitary seniors

It’s no secret, and certainly no surprise, that loneliness can lead to depression, and that mental and physical health are strongly correlated. During the COVID-19 pandemic, a large portion of the nation’s population was forced into seclusion to stem the spread of the highly transmissible virus.

'But for the grace of God'

As it turns out, mental health unwellness isn’t especially uncommon, according to Baptist Behavioral Health Center LPC Supervisor Garrett Craven, M.Ed. In fact, the 23-career veteran asserts, the number of persons seeking treatment for mental health issues is higher now than he’s ever seen.