Stress Management Consulting Article on Stress and Diet

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Good diet is essential in every aspect of life.  Stress is no different when it comes to eating.  Certain foods can reduce cortisol and help with stress itself.  Eating according to a stress reducing diet can be an important part of one’s overall health.

Better diet can reduce stress. Please also review AIHCP’s Stress Management Consulting Program and see if it meets your professional goals

 

The article, “Eat These Foods to Reduce Stress and Anxiety” from HealthEsssentials of the Cleveland Clinic looks closer at certain foods that help the body reduce stress.  The article states,

“If you’re trying to lower your stress levels, you probably already know to start with the basics: self-care, sleep management, and exercise. But did you know there are some foods that lower stress levels, too? Dietitian Courtney Barth, MS, RDN, LD, CPT, explains how certain foods can help reduce your levels of cortisol — the primary hormone responsible for stress.”

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In addition to better diet and avoiding certain foods, it is also important to remember not to miss meals.  Missing meals and needed nutrition to fight stress can cause long term problems in health.

Please also review AIHCP’s Stress Management Consulting Program and see if it matches your academic and professional goals.  The program is online and independent study and open to qualified professionals seeking a four year certification in Stress Management Consulting

Behavioral Health Certification Programs Article on Mental Health and Employees

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Employees biggest investment is in their employees.  Employees that are physically and mentally fit perform the best.  Employers hence have taken bigger interests in mental health.  Mental health was overlooked in the past but now it in regards to grief, anger and stress, it has become a big issue for corporations.

Monitoring the mental health of one’s employees is a wise business model. Please also review AIHCP’s Behavioral Health Certification Programs

 

The article, “Four Calls To Action To Support Employees’ Mental Health” by Sindhu Kutty looks closer at how employers can help employees better with issues of mental health.  The article states,

“Mental Health America’s 2021 “Mind the Workplace” report shows that burnout, lack of supervisory support, workplace stress and financial insecurity are prevalent across organizations in the U.S. Many organizations still believe that offering benefit programs through human resources (HR) to access mental health services is sufficient, but according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), eight in 10 people don’t seek treatment due to shame and stigma. More than access is needed to support your employees’ mental health.Z”

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With mental health such a big issue today it is critical for employers to invest in strategies and policies that promote mental health and help those in need cope with issues.

Please also review AIHCP’s Behavioral Health Certification programs in grief, anger, stress, spiritual, crisis and meditation disciplines.  The programs are online and independent study and open to qualified professionals seeking a four year certification.  Those in clergy, social work, counseling and who possess other relevant four year degrees are welcome to enter the programs.

 

 

Stress Management Consulting Program Article on Stress and Resiliency

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One’s ability to overcome, cope and be resilience to stress is important in mind and body health.  The ability to bounce back from stress and resume normal activity is key.  Stress is a killer in the world, whether at home or work and those who are more resilient to stress have a far better chance of a longer life.

Resiliency to stress is key to a healthier and longer life. Please also review AIHCP’s Stress Management Consulting Program and see if it meets your professional and academic goals

 

The article, “How to Improve Your Resilience to Stress” by Kieran Alger looks at resiliency to stress and how to improve it within one’s own life.  He states,

“Modern life is stressful, even without the pressures of a global pandemic. You can take measures to reduce your daily exposure, but shooting for a totally stress-free existence is about as realistic as expecting everyone at the gym to re-rack their weights. Your next best option: learn how to spot the signs, manage your response and build resilience. Find out how to upgrade your anti-stress defenses below.”

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Please also review AIHCP’s Stress Management Consulting Program and see if it matches your academic and professional goals. The program is online and independent study and open to qualified professionals seeking a four year certification as a Stress Management Consultant.

In the meantime, monitor stress, reduce it and cope in healthy fashion for a longer and healthier life.

Meditation Instructor Certification Article on Sleep and Breathwork

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Meditation and breathing can help the body relax and also help one fall asleep.  If one is struggling with falling asleep, breathing techniques can help the body better prepare for the sleep state.  Many individuals never learn to utilize natural breath work and meditation to help insomnia but through simple breath steps, a good night’s sleep can become a reality.

Difficulties with sleep can be reduced through meditation and breath work. Please also review AIHCP’s Meditation Instructor Certification

 

The article, “The Beginner’s Guide to Using Breathwork for Better Sleep” by Ruby Thompson from Healthline takes a closer look at breath work and meditation to help sleep.  The article states,

“If you’ve tried and failed using meditation as a tool for sleep, breathwork (aka deep or diaphragmatic breathing) might be the perfect solve for reducing stress, controlling pain, and getting better sleep. Try incorporating the tips above into your nightly (and daily) routines – and remember: practice makes perfect. In time, you’ll be sleeping like a baby.”

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Please also review AIHCP’s Meditation Instructor Certification and see if it meets your academic and professional goals.  The program is online and independent study and open to qualified professionals seeking a four year certification as a Meditation Instructor.

Grief Counseling Certification Article on Growing Around Grief Model

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Tonkin’s display of grief is more accurate in describing how grief does not shrink, but we grow and our life learns to grow around it.  Grief does not get smaller or shrink, but remains the same size but it can become less of an impact as we adjust in our life.

Grief does not shrink but we do grow. Please also review AIHCP’s Grief Counseling Certification

 

The article from What’s Your Grief, “Growing Around Grief” illustrates these concepts with various diagrams.  The article states,

“The grief and loss never felt smaller, but her life slowly felt bigger.  It grew around her loss. Her grief was always there, as large as ever, and she still spent time within it. As her life had slowly expanded around her loss, she was now able to experience life in the larger part of the circle as well. With this, the ‘Growth Around Grief’ concept was born.”

To read the entire article, please click here

Please also review AIHCP’s Grief Counseling Certification and see if it matches your academic and professional goals.  The program is online and independent study and open to qualified professionals seeking a four year certification in Grief Counseling

In the meantime, we should all understand that grief and loss do not become less because our love cannot become less but we do learn to grow around our grief and the sharp impact becomes less as we grow and adjust.

Pet Loss Grief Support Certification Article on One’s Dying Dog

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When we discover our dog is soon to die or will die within months, we start to prepare ourselves for that horrible day.  Anticipatory grief sets in as we await the time we dread.  We try to enjoy the good days and stretch out as much time left.

 

 

Waiting for one’s dog to let them know it is time to die is a sad journey. Please also review AIHCP’s Pet Loss Grief Support Certification .

 

Waiting for one’s dog to let them know it is time to die is a sad journey. Please also review AIHCP’s Pet Loss Grief Support Certification

The article, “My Dog is Dying” from “What’s Your Grief” looks at the pain and questions surrounding this period.  The article states,

“And yet I know the inevitable is coming. I find myself bracing for it every day, hypervigilant and tense. I watch his every move like a hawk. Did he eat? How much did he eat? Does it look like he’s in pain? Is that tumor bigger than it was yesterday? On his bad days I find myself mentally preparing. I’ve brought myself to tears more than once thinking about my world without him. I think about his long, happy life. I remind myself that I don’t want him to suffer.”

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Losing a pet is difficult and it can take time to recover from.  Please also review AIHCP’s Pet Loss Grief Support Certification and see if it matches your academic and professional goals.  The program is online and independent study and open to qualified professionals seeking a four year certification in Pet Loss Grief Support

Anger Management Training Article on ACE and Anger

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Adverse childhood experiences can affect one emotionally in so many ways.  Anger is one type of common emotion that can later erupt in adulthood from these types of experiences as a child.  It is important to channel this natural emotion properly and to understand why it is emerging so it does not become destructive.  Anger Management Training can help in these cases.  Counseling can also help to understand the root of the issue

Is your anger a result of unresolved childhood trauma? Please also review AIHCP’s Anger Management Training

 

The article, “How Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Impact Adult Anger” by Dr Bernard Golden looks deeper at ACE’s and how anger later re-emerges.  He states,

“Following the original research, hundreds of studies have been performed to determine other potential consequences associated with ACEs—including their impact on trait anger—a predisposition for anger arousal and hostility. This makes perfect sense when we consider that childhood treatment represents a threat to children.”

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It is important for individuals to identify their sources of anger.  Childhood trauma can play a key role in adult anger.

Please also review AIHCP’s Anger Management Training and see if it meets your academic and professional goals. The program is online and independent study and open to qualified professionals.

Healthcare Certifications Article on High Blood Pressure

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High blood pressure is a silent killer.  It causes heart disease, heart attack and stroke.  It is the world’s leading killer and many do not even feel its presence until it is too late.  Heart health through better diet, exercise and blood screening for cholesterol are important steps in fighting back against high blood pressure.  One needs to become involved in one’s health and take an active part in preserving one’s health.

To stop high blood pressure, people must become more heart conscious. Please also review AIHCP’s Healthcare Certifications

 

The article, “Taming the world’s leading killer: high blood pressure” by Dr Tom Freiden looks closer at high blood pressure and the problems it poses and how one can fight back.  He states,

“High blood pressure is the world’s leading killer — and will kill more people, including more young people, than Covid-19 (and, in usual years, more than all other infectious diseases combined). High blood pressure can be prevented, mostly by reducing dietary sodium, and is effectively treated with safe, low-cost medications.”

To read the entire article, please click here

Please also review AIHCP’s Healthcare Certifications for Healthcare Professionals.  AIHCP offers a wide variety of programs ranging from nursing certifications to be various behavioral health programs for qualified professionals.  The programs are online and independent study and lead to a four year certification.  Please review the programs ands see if they match your academic and professional goals.

Substance Abuse Counseling Certification Article on Addiction Therapies

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Addiction sometimes needs more than one on one assistance but deeper therapy.  Trained professional counselors who specialize in addiction therapy can help those who need this more intense aid.  Substance Abuse Certification is an excellent certification to add to professional counselors who wish to show continued pursuit in the knowledge of addiction counseling.

For some, one on one basic counseling or group peer support is enough for addiction, others require professional therapies. Please also review AIHCP’s Substance Abuse Counseling Certification

 

The article, “Therapy For Addiction Recovery” by Chrystina Murray takes a closer look at the various types of therapies available for addiction.  She states,

“An integral part of rehab is therapy for substance abuse. Therapy allows patients seeking treatment to heal with a variety of options. Different rehabs will offer options depending on factors like location, cost, and intended focal group; however, many offer therapies like group therapy, one-on-one therapy, and family counseling as standard therapies.”

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Helping individuals through addiction is key.  Professional counselors as well as basic addiction counselors without a professional licensure can help with basic addiction aid but if addiction becomes more intense, professional counselors will be needed without a doubt.  Counselors who work in addiction centers under guidance or professional licensed counselors can both earn AIHCP’s Substance Abuse Counseling Certification.  The program is online and independent study and open to qualified professionals.  Please review and see if AIHCP’s Substance Abuse Counseling Certification meets your academic and professional goals.

Pastoral Thanatology Program Article on Caregivers

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Caregivers often suffer the most in their care of the ill.  This is especially true for loved ones who become the primary care givers.  Nurses also suffer seeing individuals slowly die as well.  This type of difficulty can cause problems for mental health and can lead to depression.  Those in pastoral care may also experience this type of depression.   So many times, caregivers put others first and forget about their own mental health.

After the death and sadness witnessed, many caregivers of the dying can become depressed. They need to ensure their mental health is also cared for. Please also review AIHCP’s Pastoral Thanatology Program

 

The article, “Hope for those suffering from caregiver depression” by Ann Nunnelly looks closer at care giver burnout and depression.  She states,

“The caregiver position is now including spouses, children, and grandchildren. Along with this responsibility comes a need for spiritual and emotional support so the caregiver doesn’t fall prey to depression and their own physical and emotional sickness. Did you know that rough statistics show that 30% of caregivers die before those they are caring for?  In addition, an increase in auto immune disease and depression haunts an exceptionally large number of caregivers. ”

To read the entire article, please click here

Please also review AIHCP’s Pastoral Thanatology Program and see if it meets your academic and professional goals.  The program is online and independent study and open to qualified professionals seeking a four year certification in Pastoral Thanatology.

Chaplains, nurses, hospice and palliative care professionals are all excellent candidates for this program