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The Gratitude Effect
We have officially entered the holiday season. For many this time of year includes expectations of and obligations with family, friends, and/or work. For some this time of year may be painful or difficult for a variety of reasons. However, as we embark on the holiday season let’s take some time to explore the role…
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Hiking gave me my life back
A SUMMARY OF THE RESEARCH AND MY STORY Mental health, defined by the World Health Organization, is a “state of […]
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How do you #hikeOctober?
Fall is here! This is my favorite time of year to hike. I love seeing the leaves changing colors, feeling the crisp air, and the warmth of the sun on my face. It’s a magical time. Fall also signals to me that it’s time to gear up and get engaged in HIKE for Mental Health’s…
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Green Exercise and Mental Performance
This post is the fourth article in weekly five part series exploring the mental health benefits of hiking, from a […]
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Mental Health Awareness Week
While growing up, for many of you visiting your physician for a wellness check-up started in infancy. It was just […]
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Nature and Adversity
This post is the third article in weekly five part series exploring the mental health benefits of hiking, from a […]
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Walking, Thinking, and Optic Flow
This post is the second article in weekly five part series exploring the mental health benefits of hiking, from a […]
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Why Are Hikers So Friendly?
This post begins a weekly five part series exploring the mental health benefits of hiking, from a scientific and a […]
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Spotlight on IASP
Today we end our special edition of the HIKE for Mental Health blog on suicide awareness and prevention on World Suicide Prevention Day. […]
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National Suicide Prevention Week: Spotlight on AFSP
Welcome back to this special edition of the HIKE for Mental Health blog. This is National Suicide Prevention Week and today is about […]
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Suicide Prevention: Awareness
Welcome back to day two of this special edition of the HIKE for Mental Health blog. As we continue our discussion around the […]
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Suicide Prevention – Let’s Get the Facts
Welcome to what will be the first many posts here on the HIKE for Mental Health blog this week. This is National Suicide […]
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National Suicide Prevention Week
Hello everyone! This is a special edition of the HIKE for Mental Health blog and for a special reason. This week is National […]
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School starting soon? Get the kids outside!
Hello and welcome back! As you are reading this all across the country parents, students, and teachers are preparing to […]
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Introducing a new series from Heather Lawson
Welcome to what will be the first of many monthly posts on all things related to mental health here at HIKE for Mental Health. Hello! I am Heather Lawson, a National Board Certified Licensed Professional Counselor and lover of hiking and the great outdoors.
