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05/29/2026

05/29/2026

Reducing the Stigma Around Mental Health

May 29 • Mental Health Awareness

Mental health conditions are common — yet many people still suffer in silence because of stigma.

Stigma often comes from:

Fear or misunderstanding of mental illness

Harmful stereotypes in media and society

Lack of education about mental health conditions

The belief that asking for help is a sign of weakness

The truth is:
Mental health is just as important as physical health.

What Can We Do to Reduce Stigma?

Talk openly about mental health

Listen without judgment when someone shares their struggles

Use respectful language and avoid labels or stereotypes

Encourage treatment and support just like we would for any medical condition

Educate ourselves and others about anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and other conditions

Seeking help is a sign of strength — not weakness.

You never know what someone may be carrying behind the scenes. A little compassion can make a life-changing difference.

You are not alone. You matter. Help is available.

05/28/2026

Tick Awareness: Lone Star Tick vs. Deer Tick

Meet the Lone Star Tick (This picture is from a close friend of mine who found it on his leg after working in his front yard in Northeast Fl.)

The tick in these photos is a female Lone Star tick (named for the single white “dot” on its back). These ticks are very common in the Southeast, including Florida.
Unlike the deer tick that commonly spreads Lyme disease, Lone Star ticks are associated with several different illnesses and reactions.

Conditions Linked to Lone Star Ticks:

Ehrlichiosis
Tularemia
Southern Tick-Associated Rash Illness (STARI)
**Alpha-gal syndrome. This causes the person to develop a delayed allergic reaction to red meat and some mammal products.**

How Is the Lone Star Tick Different From the Deer Tick aka the Lyme Disease Tick?
Key differences:

Lone Star Tick:
-More aggressive and fast-moving
-Female has a distinct white dot (first two pictures)
-Common in the Southeast
-Not considered a primary carrier of Lyme disease
- Cause Alpha-gal in some people

Key identifying features of Deer Ticks:
-Smaller than many other ticks
-Dark brown to black legs
-No white dot on the back
-Females often have a reddish-orange body with a dark shield near the head
-Nymphs can be extremely tiny — about the size of a poppy seed
-More common in the Northeast, Midwest, and some parts of the Southeast
-Main carrier of Lyme disease

How to Help Prevent Tick Bites When outdoors:

Wear long sleeves and long pants when possible Tuck pants into socks in wooded or grassy areas
Use EPA-registered insect repellents containing:
DEET or Picaridin or IR3535
Always do a head to toe check after being in wooded areas and don't forget to check your pets too!

05/27/2026

Mental Health Insight 🧠

Did you know that your gut plays a role in your mental health?

The gut and brain are directly connected through the gut-brain axis—a communication system involving the nervous system, immune system, and microbiome.

In fact, a large portion of serotonin—the neurotransmitter that helps regulate mood—is produced in the gut.

This is why factors like nutrition, sleep, stress, and overall physical health can significantly impact how you feel mentally.

At Cornerstone Family Care, we recognize that mental health is deeply connected to the rest of your body—not treated in isolation.

In collaboration with Turwitt Counseling, we take a whole-person approach to care—supporting both physical and mental well-being.

Because real care looks at the full picture.

05/26/2026

Mental Health Matters—Every Day 🧠

On May 26, 1908, one of the earliest movements advocating for mental health reform gained national attention—helping shift care away from institutionalization and toward more humane, patient-centered treatment.

While mental health care has come a long way, access, stigma, and support remain ongoing challenges.

At Cornerstone Family Care, we believe mental health is essential to overall health—not separate from it.

In collaboration with , we are committed to whole-person care—supporting both the mind and body with compassion, respect, and evidence-based care.

Because healing isn’t one-dimensional—and neither is care.

05/25/2026

Honoring & Remembering 🇺🇸

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

Their courage, dedication, and selflessness will never be forgotten.

At Cornerstone Family Care and , we recognize that honoring our heroes also means caring for those they left behind—supporting the health and well-being of our communities with compassion and respect.

In collaboration with Turwitt Counseling, we remain committed to whole-person care—supporting both physical and mental health for individuals and families.

Today, we remember.
Always, we care.

05/24/2026

Mental health treatment hasn’t always looked like it does today 🧠
In the past, many treatments were misunderstood…
and often harmful.
People struggling with mental health were sometimes treated with:
• Isolation
• Harsh procedures
• Little understanding or compassion
Thankfully, medicine has evolved 👇
Today, we focus on:
✔ Evidence-based treatments
✔ Therapy + medication when appropriate
✔ Whole-person care
Mental health is health — and it deserves the same level of care and respect.
If you’re struggling, you’re not alone — and help is available. 🤍
📲 Telehealth visits available across Florida for anyone in Florida. No insurance needed, direct pay same day care available. https://www.tebra.com/care/provider/amanda-adams-aprn-1841711165
🔗link in bio🔗

05/23/2026

May 23 | Mental Health Awareness Month

In 2022, the launch of the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline marked a major step forward in mental health care—making crisis support easier to access with a simple three-digit number.

This shift changed how people connect to help—removing barriers and making support more immediate and accessible.

Mental health support doesn’t always start in a crisis—but knowing help is available matters.

Awareness, access, and timely connection can make a meaningful difference.

If you or someone you know is struggling, support is available—call or text 988.

Through our collaboration with Turwitt Counseling, patients have access to additional support when needed—helping ensure care remains connected and continuous.

Access matters. Connection matters.

Cornerstone Family Care

05/22/2026

May 22 | Mental Health Awareness Month

Mental health care has advanced in meaningful ways—expanding access, improving early recognition, and creating more connected models of care.

Recent progress includes:
• Telehealth expanding access to care
• Integration of mental health into primary care
• Use of standardized screening tools (PHQ-9, GAD-7)
• Digital tools supporting care between visits
• Greater focus on trauma-informed care

These changes have helped make mental health care more accessible, proactive, and personalized.

Support is no longer limited to one setting or one moment—it continues across environments and over time.

Through our collaboration with Turwitt Counseling, patients have access to additional support when needed—helping ensure care remains coordinated and consistent.

Advancing care. Expanding access.

Cornerstone Family Care