World Mental Health Day

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This World Mental Health Day, Valley Oaks Health is joining the World Health Organization in sharing the importance of mental health as well as the work being done in our community to provide support and healing.

The importance of mental health

Mental health helps determine how we approach life, handle stress, build relationships, and make decisions. Those with positive mental health are able to realize their full potential and make meaningful connections. However, when mental health is left on the back burner, many issues can arise, including:

Decreased enjoyment of life
Relational conflict
Social isolation
Addiction problems
Legal and financial issues
Self-harm and harm to others
Weakened immune system and other health issues

How we’re helping

Valley Oaks Health’s mission is to provide high-quality mental health services to the residents of Carroll, White, Fountain, Warren, Jasper, Newton, Montgomery, Benton, and Tippecanoe counties. Our team is committed to the importance of mental health for the social, economic, and cultural well-being of those communities.
To meet this objective, we provide numerous services regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, economic status, or insured status, and we welcome you to find the support you need to live your most fulfilling life.

October 4, 2021

Perfectionism: Understanding the Hidden Mental Health Risk

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Perfectionism is often seen as a positive trait that pushes us to achieve and excel. But when the pursuit of perfection becomes an obsession, it can have serious consequences for mental health. Perfectionism can lead to chronic stress, anxiety, depression, and a sense of inadequacy that’s hard to shake.

Beyond Physicals: How Regular Checkups Aid Mental Wellness

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Treatment

When we think of health screenings, we often consider them solely as a tool for catching physical illnesses early. However, regular checkups also play a significant role in supporting mental wellbeing. Beyond helping prevent and manage physical health conditions, screenings can reduce anxiety, provide peace of mind, and encourage a proactive approach to health that benefits both mind and body.

From Imposter Syndrome to Confidence: Overcoming Self-Doubt

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Self-Care

Have you ever felt like a fraud, worried that your achievements are just luck, and feared that others will eventually discover you’re not as competent as they think? If so, you’re not alone.

Perfectionism: Understanding the Hidden Mental Health Risk

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Beyond Physicals: How Regular Checkups Aid Mental Wellness

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Treatment

From Imposter Syndrome to Confidence: Overcoming Self-Doubt

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Self-Care

Have you ever felt like a fraud, worried that your achievements are just luck, and feared that others will eventually discover you’re not as competent as they think? If so, you’re not alone.

Your Body’s Warning Signals: When Physical Symptoms Indicate Mental Health Issues

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Self-Care

It’s easy to overlook physical symptoms when thinking about mental health. We often associate mental health with emotions or thoughts rather than the aches, pains, or discomforts that show up in the body. But the mind and body are linked, leading physical symptoms to sometimes be early indicators of underlying mental health issues.