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WOMEN ENCOURAGED TO CARE FOR THEIR MENTAL HEALTH
NATIONAL WOMEN'S HEALTH WEEK MAY 14 - 20, 2006
In observance of National Women’s Health Week,
May 14 – 20, 2006, the California Association of Marriage and Family
Therapists (CAMFT) reminds women to maintain healthy, happy, and productive
lifestyles by caring for their mental health. Mental health is as important
as physical health. Apply the following tips to manage life’s challenges:
• Treat your body right by staying physically active and maintaining
a healthy diet.
• Don’t expect to accomplish more than one task at a time – create
a “to do” list tackling those of highest priority first.
• Set realistic goals by doing what is possible.
• Cultivate a positive work environment to help alleviate stress.
• Take time for yourself by relaxing for at least 15 minutes a day.
• Talk about any negative feelings with a loved one or a friend.
• Volunteer or get involved in an activity that
is meaningful to you.
• Participate in activities
you enjoy and look forward to.
If you have adopted these tips and still feel overwhelmed, it may be
necessary to seek professional
help. A mental health professional, such as a Licensed Marriage and Family
Therapist (MFT) is
trained to assess, diagnose and treat individuals with common mental health conditions,
such as
stress, anxiety,depression or an addiction. Therapy can help mitigate common sources
of stress,
including care giving for a loved one or an aging parent, financial worries, family problems,
and
heavy workloads.
About CAMFT
The California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists, with
27 chapters throughout the
state, is an independent professional
organization, representing the interests of licensed marriage
and family
therapists. CAMFT provides TherapistFinder.com as a resource to the
public looking for marriage and
family therapists located in California. For more information about
CAMFT, please
call (858) 292-2638 or visit www.camft.org.
Media Contact: Tricia Whittemore
Porter Novelli
Phone: (619) 687-7018 or (603) 219-6088
E-mail: tricia.whittemore@porternovelli.com
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