The Grand Rapids Business Journal (GRBJ) recently named Mark Eastburg, PhD, and Pine Rest as the winner in the health care category at its Newsmakers of the Year 2019 awards program. GRBJ editorial staff reviews the past year’s stories and…
Tackling common myths about eating disorders. Eating disorders are not a lifestyle choice; they are mental-physical illnesses that affect individuals of every age, race, ethnicity and gender. Seriously affecting health and sometimes fatal, these illnesses severely affect a person’s eating behaviors. However, it is very important to know that eating disorders are treatable. And, the sooner an eating disorder is detected, the better the chance for recovery.
This National Love Your Pet Day, Maranda welcomed Amanda Nowak, LMSW, CAADC from the Pine Rest North Shore Clinic in Spring Lake to discuss the mental health and social development benefits children receive from caring for a pet.
Maranda welcomed Aren Lord, LMSW discuss how depression can have a huge impact on a student’s performance at school, warning signs to watch for and how to talk to teens about getting help.
As the clock approached midnight New Year’s Eve, vowing to work out every day, eat healthier, spend more time with the kids or be a better employee seemed totally realistic and attainable. However, 25 percent of us fell off the…
According to the American Heart Association 33 percent of heart attack patients develop some degree of depression. Symptoms of depression like fatigue and feelings of worthlessness can cause people to ignore their treatment and engage in unhealthy behaviors such as overeating or refusing to take medications. Studies show treating depression makes it easier for people with heart disease to follow long-term treatment plans and make appropriate changes to their lifestyle.
Some stress can be energizing and motivating, helping us to perform at our very best. Too much stress can negatively affect our bodies and our brains. The challenge for each of us is to find the perfect balance for our lives. Learn how to optimize your stress with a daily check in and self-care plan.
A new exhibit titled, “Springtime,” by local artist Paulette Carr, opens at the Leep Art Gallery on April 9, 2020 at the Postma Center on the Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services campus in Grand Rapids. Paulette Carr is self-trained…
