Howard County News and Information
Saturday, January 18, 2025
Practicing gratitude and mindfulness can have profound effects on mental well-being. Cultivating gratitude can significantly enhance your well-being and overall happiness. Here are practical steps to develop and maintain a grateful mindset: 1. Keep a […]
Post-election stress in a polarized environment can impact mental health, as heightened political conflict often leads to anxiety, fear, and social tensions. When strong feelings arise from polarized views, managing these emotions constructively can make […]
Building emotional resilience involves developing the ability to adapt to stress and adversity, maintaining a positive outlook, and recovering from difficult experiences. Here are some strategies to help you build emotional resilience: 1. Cultivate a […]
Understanding mental health is the first step towards promoting well-being and seeking help when needed. Mental health is not just the absence of mental illness; it encompasses our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. Just […]
“It looks like you really screwed that up. Again. Just further proof that you can’t cut it. Maybe save yourself the embarrassment and quit now?” What?! Who said that?! Well, you did – to yourself! […]
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a well-established, evidence-based treatment method for a variety of mental health issues. It focuses on identifying and altering negative thought patterns that contribute to emotional distress and maladaptive behaviors. Three […]
Managing Stress by Managing Time (Part 1) Stress is a very common reason that people come to therapy, and no matter the primary source of stress, feeling rushed and not having enough time almost always […]
Howard County’s new COVID-19 Memorial at the Department of Recreation & Parks’ Meadowbrook Park is now open.
Howard County’s first-ever Youth Poet Laureate, Mai-Anh Nguyen, at Busboys and Poets in Columbia.
County Executive addresses state of the County