Every week the Fox teams up with the Canadian Mental Health Association Lambton Kent for Feel Good Friday.\u00a0 Sharing different things you can do to take care of yourself – focus on your mental health and feel GOOD!<\/p>\n
Today we are talking about the importance of togetherness.<\/p>\n
Typically, the holidays bring events where you are surrounded by family and friends. But,\u00a0 in the craziness of the holidays, it can be easy to forget that there are folks who are alone for the holiday season.<\/p>\n
The effects of social isolation and loneliness have been compared to smoking 15 cigarettes a day, and is linked to higher rates of mental health conditions \u2013 so try to reach out, maybe offer to run an errand for someone you know is alone, or drop by and surprise them with some sweets!<\/p>\n
Togetherness can lower stress levels and improve our mood!<\/p>\n
CMHA Lambton Kent has a 24\/7 Mental Health First Response Team that is available every day, even on holidays and weekends. It\u2019s never too early to reach out for help: 1-800-307-4319.\u201d<\/p>\n
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