Self-care

Acentra Health Podcast: Preventing Burnout Before the Holidays

Submitted by Pklugh on Mon, 10/20/2025 - 13:56

As the holidays approach, many employees find themselves juggling year-end deadlines, family obligations, and social commitments, all while trying to maintain their own well-being. This added pressure can make the season one of the most stressful times of the year, leading to exhaustion and even burnout if left unchecked.

Acentra Health Podcast: Self-Care in the Workplace

Submitted by Pklugh on Wed, 06/25/2025 - 10:32

With the everyday stressors that we all face either at work or home, on top of the transition of children entering summer break for parents, we want to talk about how to be more conscious about your well-being and mental health. 

Listen in as we discuss different ways self-care can be implemented in our daily lives and the importance of prioritizing our well-being through self-care practices.

Understanding Depression

Submitted by dwilde on Tue, 06/17/2025 - 16:05
It's common for everyone to feel sad or down sometimes, but if this feeling persists for two weeks or more and causes a loss of interest in life and friends, it may be a sign of clinical depression. Depression can affect anyone, regardless of age or gender.

Acentra Health Podcast: Mental Health and EAP

Submitted by Pklugh on Tue, 06/03/2025 - 14:38

In this podcast, we take a look at the critical role Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) play in supporting mental health in the workplace. From stress and burnout to anxiety and life challenges, we explore how EAPs provide confidential, accessible resources that help employees navigate personal and professional struggles. Join us as we discuss the role of EAPs, why they are valued by employers, and why promoting mental wellness at work is more important than ever.

Acentra Health Podcast: Vaping Awareness

Submitted by Pklugh on Wed, 04/09/2025 - 16:36

In recent years, the use of e-cigarettes, especially among teenagers, has surged with over 2 million US middle and high school students reporting using e-cigarettes in 2022 (according to CDC). This alarming rise in the number of minors using e-cigarettes has raised alarm among health experts. In today’s podcast, we will be discussing the prevalence of vaping among teens, its associated health risks, and tips for parents on how to stay educated on vaping and ways to reduce or prevent the effects of vaping for your child.

Acentra Health Podcast: Mental Wellness

Submitted by Pklugh on Wed, 04/09/2025 - 16:29

This podcast episode delves into the significance of Mental Wellness Awareness Month in January, a great time for reflecting on the importance of mental health and promoting well-being. In this podcast, we discuss the benefits of prioritizing mental wellness with the start of the new year and approachable and sustainable ways to consider mental wellness.