Remember those days we would have guest speakers, such as police officers, come to our school and talk about drugs? That’s because it was Red Ribbon Week, a drug prevention awareness week whose primary focus is to educate children on the dangers of drugs. Red Ribbon Week is now a national campaign thanks to one man who wanted to make a difference.
"It’s common knowledge that exercise is great for your physical health, helping you to live longer and have less health issues. But did you know that regular exercise can also have a hugely positive effect on your mental health? Often overlooked, these benefits can help to treat stress, depression, anxiety, PTSD and ADHD. " Max, Join Your Gym
"Stress and anxiety are increasingly common in children and teens. Noticing your child’s behavior and encouraging them to express themselves will make it easier for you both to become aware of problems before they get too big." This is a quote from the article written by Neve Spicer, which is the perfect guide to noticing symptoms of childhood stress and how to cope with them.
We can all agree that the year 2020 has been a rollercoaster no matter which corner of the world you’re from. It can be even harder for those who suffer from a mental illness. However, help is still out there for those who are dealing with mental illnesses, such as substance abuse disorder.
How much online shopping is too much— when it gets to a point that it becomes an addiction? Studies show that 96% of Americans shop online, and 82% use a mobile device to do so. Compulsive shopping is often associated with the term BSD “buying-shopping disorder” and although it is not recognized as a stand-alone diagnosis, it is still identified by mental and behavioral health […]
The month of May has been recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month since 1949 in the United States. Organizations such as NAMI, and Mental Health American Organization have used this to May as the month of awareness. This month, to take part in spreading awareness to mental health, MedEZ™ has created the hashtag #MedEZMentalMission to spread the word. It is our mission to help break the stigma and raise awareness to our […]
Throughout these last few weeks, our world has drastically shifted from reality. You may have experienced a change in your daily routine and you are adapting to the new normal, but how long will the new normal last? MedEZ™ is not only a product but we are also a platform to share our knowledge and research with our readers. This unpredicted global outbreak will. Here are some simple tips to help you get back […]
More than 43 million Americans struggle with mental health and depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide. Mental health is more common than we think and MedEZ™ wants you to recognize the signs if you experience or someone you know is struggling with an inner battle that needs medical attention.
Does mental disorder cause substance abuse, or does substance abuse cause mental disorder? This is a […]
As a company who serves Behavioral Health and Substance Abuse facilities, MedEZTM understands that this is a time where more people can fall into depression and develop a substance addiction. However, we know that these are not solutions for behavioral health and substance abuse problems. Here is a list of at-home activities you can do to cope with the social distancing.
At Home Workout
As we continue to monitor the Corona virus (COVID-19), MedEZ would like to take this time to reintroduce our Patient Portal feature. With the MedEZ Patient Portal, patients are able to do the following from the safety and comfort of their own home:
