Behavioral Health Clinic

  With social media consistently becoming more and more popular since its conception and now being used by most Americans daily, we have connected with friends and family better than ever. You get to see what everyone is up to and what their daily life looks like, it’s great! Unfortunately like most things, it has its pros and cons, and knowing the cons can be important to help everyone be more mindful of them, to allow them to not fall for these traps, but to also inform teens just entering this space some important facts and details to help keep them safe on social media. Setting false standards With social media, whether you’re seeing posts from friends, family, or others you almost always see those people at their best, always smiling and doing something usually cool or exciting. Something  teens  about to join any social media app need to learn is no one lives amazingly all the time, we just see highlights. So keeping in mind that we only see what these people want u...

  Navigating the Digital Landscape: The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health- In the age of interconnectedness, social media platforms have become integral parts of our daily lives. While these platforms offer numerous benefits, including communication, networking, and information sharing, there is a growing concern about their impact on mental health. This blog explores the relationship between social media and mental well-being, shedding light on both the positive and negative aspects of our digital interactions. The Positive Side: Community and Support Social media provides a space for individuals to connect with like-minded communities, fostering a sense of belonging and support. Whether it’s a mental health advocacy group or a platform for sharing personal experiences, social media can be a valuable resource for those seeking understanding and empathy. Awareness and Education Platforms like Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube have become powerful tools for raising awareness abo...

  Facebook photo lives are unrealistic, yet so many of us strive to obtain them. So, what is a “Facebook photo life?” By now many of us have come to understand that magazine covers, ads, billboards, the “click bait” material online, and so much more; are not just a picture of an individual holding a product. They are societies expectation of what is beautiful/handsome that has been digitally enhanced after the work of professional make-up artists and hair stylists and taken by a professional photographer. This leads people to desperately seek to obtain a form of beauty that is not obtainable which can cause low self-esteem, depression, and much more. Unfortunately, we took this phenomenon and added a new layer in our own social media. What picture do you have on your social accounts? Why did you choose it? Odds are your answers are the same as others. We chose the best picture we had of ourselves or our family, so as a person scrolls through with the lives of others on full display...

  One thing that we all can agree is that the global lockdown took its toll on our mental health. It has been more than a year of isolation, anxiety, potential losses, and vagueness. Some saw it as a sneaky way to slow down their lives, while others got stuck in a stressful loop of uncertainty. Months of lockdown sure got our loved ones closer to us. But it abruptly shook our daily life routine. Public health responsibilities (e.g., social distancing, etc.) ignited our stress and anxiety levels- making us lonely and agitated. Fear-based thinking became a pattern, a habit that, for some now has become hard to break. Here below are some hints to overcome unhealthy habits formed during the pandemic. Healthy Ways to Cope With Post-COVID-19 Stress and Anxiety Let’s face it. During stressful quarantine time, we have picked some unhealthy habits such as binge-eating, excess screen time, no workouts, zero productivity, etc. Here are some ways to break the negative thinking and behavior pat...

  WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) — Instagram implemented a “Take a break” feature on Tuesday. When scrolling too long, a break reminder pops up. “Too much of anything can be a bad thing,” said  Luke Severt, licensed professional counselor   at  Behavioral Health Clinic in Wausau . Severt said something many people find themselves guilty of with social media is procrastination. “You’re there all day and then suddenly you’re feeling bad because you didn’t accomplish anything,” said Severt. Click here   to watch the video. That’s what the new “Take a break” feature on Instagram aims to diminish. Unlike Tik Tok, which automatically gives these reminders to viewers, Instagrams’ has to be set up. Here is how to set it up. Go to your profile. Click on the three horizontal lines on the top right of the screen. Then click “your activity” and finally “set a reminder to take breaks.” It will give an option of 10, 20, or 30 minutes. When you hit the scrolling limit you’ve set, a remin...

  Facebook photo lives are unrealistic, yet so many of us strive to obtain them. So, what is a “Facebook photo life?” By now many of us have come to understand that magazine covers, ads, billboards, the “click bait” material online, and so much more; are not just a picture of an individual holding a product. They are societies expectation of what is beautiful/handsome that has been digitally enhanced after the work of professional make-up artists and hair stylists and taken by a professional photographer. This leads people to desperately seek to obtain a form of beauty that is not obtainable which can cause low self-esteem, depression, and much more. Unfortunately, we took this phenomenon and added a new layer in our own social media. What picture do you have on your social accounts? Why did you choose it? Odds are your answers are the same as others. We chose the best picture we had of ourselves or our family, so as a person scrolls through with the lives of others on full display...