Coping with Holiday Stress: Tips to Start the New Year with a Healthy Mind

The Harris Center for Mental Health & IDD

As the holiday season unfolds and new year approaches, it brings with it a unique blend of joy and stress. While it's a time for celebrations and gatherings, the reality is that it can also usher in a wave of overwhelming emotions for many.

Finding Connection in the Midst of Holiday Loneliness
The Harris Center for Mental Health & IDD

As the holidays roll in, for many it can be a time of laughter and joy, with family reunions, clinking of glasses, traditional foods, twinkling lights, and festive decorations; but it’s not as joyous for everyone at all times. The holiday season can also be a reminder of what, or who, is missing. It's hard when the world seems to be celebrating, and you're trying to find your footing in a state of loneliness that the holiday cheer often can’t quite reach.

National Homelessness Awareness Month:
Navigating the Complex Relationship Between Homelessness and Mental Health

The intersection of homelessness and mental health is a crossroads many face daily. During National Homelessness Awareness Month, as with every month of the year, The Harris Center for Mental Health & IDD is dedicated to confronting this stark reality head-on and finding ways to contribute to solutions.