New Year, New Goals

January 1 is not only the start of the New Year, but is when many begin their New Year’s Resolutions. Exercise more. Spend more time with family. Sticking to your goals and making changes can be difficult but not impossible. Keeping your mental health in balance is also an important part of your overall health and well-being.

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Obsessive-compulsive disorder

An estimated 2.2 million adults in the U.S. are affected by obsessive-compulsive disorder, and anxiety disorder. The persistent, unwanted thoughts and rituals, such as repeated hand washng, of OCD can affect a person’s relationships and ability to carry out everyday activities. Learn more.

Resources for Veterans

The VA’s Make the Connection campaign seeks to help veterans and family members connect with information, resources, and support.

Healthy Minds Blog

Mindfulness is a nonjudgmental, present-centered awareness in which each thought, feeling, or sensation that arises is acknowledged and accepted. Mindfulness based stress reduction means focusing your attention on "now." Healthy Minds blogger Dr. Brandon Cornejo talks about mindfulness and keeping New Year’s resolutions on the Healthy Minds blog.

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