Wellness

School may be out, but not every child copes well with change. During summer, routine goes out the window — and that can be stressful for children with depression.

For me, summer is the time to step back from the busy semester of college and focus on relaxing while still learning. It is a time when I can read for enjoyment instead of reading the tedious assigned readings from professors.

Trying to improve your health? Easy: get some z’s. That’s right – proper sleep habits have been linked to improved mental, physical and emotional health. At PA Health & Wellness, we know that a good night’s rest is key to great health.

In our everyday lives, we are often given the privilege to meet and know a few individuals that shape and inspire us for many years to come. At Naples High, that person is Boomer Hornbeck.

Believe me, I get it – it’s hard to beat that afternoon slump and focus on just about anything some days. You might consider grabbing another cup of coffee or a sweet treat, but maybe the answer is simply taking a breather.

Have you ever suddenly started sweating, trembling and losing your breath? You might have felt nausea, numbness or chills.

Right now, 1 in 5 individuals is living with a mental health issue, ranging from anxiety to more complex disorders. It’s likely that one of your friends or family members is also affected.

Our children are more at risk than ever. When they walk onto a school campus, they’re at risk of being bullied and being exposed to deadly opioids. Suicide is also a concern.

Ever wanted to be a mermaid? Now you can, at least temporarily. MerQuatics combines fitness and mermaid magic to create a zero-impact strength-training program.

Lauren Fox, a Naples native, has been a yoga instructor since 2012. Fox is passionate about teaching yoga to anyone interested. However, she found that the cost of classes stopped some people from practicing yoga.