Posts by Gus Benavidez

Across the country, Mother Nature is wreaking havoc. A lot of areas are experiencing winter weather whiteouts while others are affected by torrential downpours and tornadic weather. Regardless, Spring is supposed to be right around the corner and with it comes a change in mood to many. Throughout the winter season, millions of individuals are…

Most everyone looks forward to retirement. Whether it’s spending more time with loved ones or traveling the world, we all want to experience our golden years with as much comfort and independence as possible. However, for a growing number of seniors, mental illness has become a serious threat to their overall well-being.

Most New Year’s resolutions involve improving your health or happiness. One key to achieving your resolutions is picking specific, realistically achievable and measurable goals. But beyond those basics, what should you do differently? After all, just “living healthier” feels overwhelming. You don’t need fad diets, supplements, fancy workouts or lots of time or money to…

Patient-centered care is a not-so-new concept that many talk about but few truly implement. Years ago, patient care was centered on what the doctor thought was appropriate. Patients were rarely seen as unique individuals with different needs. But, thankfully, times have changed. Today, patient-centered care is becoming more commonplace. The experts at Smart Neuro Health…

The holidays are just around the corner and while the temperatures are dropping, anxiety levels among many are rising. Many of us experience anxiety throughout the year, but the holiday season can conjure up certain stressors that can take its toll emotionally and physically. Anxiety is a normal physiological body response to fear. One of…

Most viral respiratory infections, like the common cold, come and go within a few days, with no lasting effects. But the flu can cause serious health problems and can result in hospitalization or death. You can fight back by adopting healthy habits and by using medicines and vaccines approved by the U.S. Food and Drug…

Depression is a beast. It comes in and distorts a person’s view of their world. It’s scary. It’s misunderstood and it can be isolating. At Smart Neuro Health & Wellness Centers, we take depression seriously and we believe everyone has the right and the ability to live a happy, healthy and productive life. As a…