Balanced You offers health and well-being options to support employees so you can feel good, get the most out of life, and do your best work for the people of King County.
With depression rates across the United States reaching new highs, it’s important to take care of yourself and have tools on standby to use when times get tough. A coping toolbox is a collection of skills, techniques, items, and other suggestions that you can turn to as soon as you start to feel anxious, depressed,... Continue Reading →
May 5 - 11 is Be Kind to Animals Week. During Mental Health Month we at Balanced You want to be sure employees know the link between pet ownership and mental health. Research from the National Institute of Health (NIH) suggests that interacting with animals has been shown to decrease levels of cortisol (a stress-related... Continue Reading →
In today's fast-paced world, several factors can affect our mental well-being. Recognizing these challenges and taking proactive steps to address them is essential for maintaining optimal mental health. Let's explore three common factors that can hurt mental health and practical strategies to mitigate their impact. Current Events: Constant exposure to distressing news and global crises... Continue Reading →
In our ever-changing world, it's crucial to acknowledge the profound impact of modern life on mental health. While technology connects us globally, it can also contribute to feelings of isolation and overwhelm. Loneliness, exacerbated by constant connectivity, is a growing concern, affecting approximately half of U.S. adults. May is Mental Health Month and this year’s... Continue Reading →
May is Mental Health Month, a time dedicated to prioritizing our well-being and promoting open conversations about mental health. At King County, we recognize the importance of mental health to our overall health and well-being and we champion each other in support and recovery. We know the impact mental health challenges have on our personal... Continue Reading →
Balanced You Conversations is a series of talks about important topics related to your health and well-being. Karla Clark, Balanced You team member discusses stress with Laurin Taylor, Clinical Director of Garden Counseling & Wellness Group. Karla and Laurin talk to us about the physical and mental signs of stress, how to manage stress, the... Continue Reading →
Just as CPR helps you assist an individual having a heart attack, Mental Health First Aid helps you assist someone experiencing a mental health or substance use-related crisis. The Certification course focuses on recognizing the patterns of thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and appearance that show there might be a challenge rather than on a specific disorder.... Continue Reading →
Balanced You is here to provide tools to help you to live healthy and safe, know and use your benefits, and find balance in life and work. We're Investing in YOU to help you feel good, get the most out of life, and do your best work for the people of King County. As part... Continue Reading →
Editor’s Note: This article discusses mental health and other sensitive content. If you or someone you know is in suicidal crisis or emotional distress, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 and 1-800-273-8255. Balanced You recognizes the importance of raising awareness and sharing resources available to meet the unique needs of Queer and Transgender... Continue Reading →
Some information from this article is repurposed from Mental Health America (MHA). It is that time of year when teachers are busily getting their classrooms ready for the drove of students to enter, parents and caregivers are gathering school supplies, and students are picking out their first day outfits. It is an exciting time, but... Continue Reading →
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