by Hillside | Mar 16, 2020 | Mental Health, News & Info
We can often fall into the trap of living in the past or the future. We dwell upon why something happened to us whilst fearing what could happen. This can lead our brain to perceive situations as threats making it difficult to regulate our emotions. Being mindful can...
by Hillside | Dec 18, 2019 | Depression, Mental Health
As the days get shorter, darker and colder, many of us experience a shift in mood that you might hear called “the winter blues.” You can start to feel like you’ve lost your energy and have a hard time getting excited about things, or you may feel...
by Hillside | Nov 25, 2019 | Mental Health
With Thanksgiving almost upon us, we want to share some of the ways that Hillside helps young people to use gratitude to make their own lives and the lives of others more fulfilling and healthy. There is plenty of research out there today to support the premise that...
by Hillside | Apr 5, 2019 | Horticulture Therapy, Mental Health
When you look out the window at a tree or hold a fragrant bouquet in your hands, how does it make you feel? Do you feel peaceful or filled with joy? If so, you might agree plants have the power to heal. Science proves interacting with plants, both indoors and...
by Hillside | Mar 7, 2019 | Anxiety, Mental Health
Staying healthy is a central goal in many people’s lives, and parents want to promote good health for their children in any way they can. Health advice is everywhere, but much of it focuses only on the body. As researchers continue to investigate what influences...
