April Well-Being Tips

• Improving Your “Webside” Manner. Telehealth and video visits have brought a new dimension of convenience to patients and their providers. However, the video experience is different from an in-person consultation. These tips may help make technology-enabled visits satisfying for both you and your patient.
• Does the News Make You Feel Stressed? First, we were faced with the 24-hour news cycle on Covid-19, now it’s the war in Ukraine. Experts say too much trauma-related news is linked to mental health issues, including depression and anxiety. This article offers four ways to minimize your exposure without feeling uninformed.
• Music is as Powerful as Exercise in Improving Mental Health. Research suggests the positive impact on mental health from music is about the same as that experienced with exercise or weight loss. The benefits apply to singing, playing an instrument, or simply listening to your favorite tunes.