Mental health on Valentine's Day
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — For many, Valentine's Day is a celebration of their relationships and an opportunity for romantic fun. But for those who are dealing with loneliness and depression, it can be an unwelcome reminder.
Katie Yesis is the manager of community-based behavioral health at Trillium Place. She stopped by WMBD This Morning to talk with our Shabnam Danesh about how to practice self-care and avoid stress over the holiday.
For more information, you can visit trilliumplacehealth.org, carle.org, or call the access center hotline at 1-888-311-0321.
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