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The mental toll of major life transitions and how support helps

The mental toll of major life transitions and how support helps

The mental toll of major life transitions and how support helps Motherhood is a profound life transition that reshapes identity, emotions, and daily life, often leaving new moms feeling unsupported or alone. Strong support systems, including therapy, can help people navigate major changes with more resilience and growth. This BetterHelp

Older Americans are often compelled to keep working – and then criticized for not stepping aside

Older Americans are often compelled to keep working – and then criticized for not stepping aside

There is a scene in “The Devil Wears Prada 2” where legendary fashion editor Miranda Priestly, played by Meryl Streep, is walking alone through Milan’s fashion district. Her influence has been built on instinct and staying ahead of the culture. But in an industry increasingly shaped by social media,

Montana shelters feel strain after Corvallis animal neglect case

Montana shelters feel strain after Corvallis animal neglect case

MONTANA — A recent animal neglect investigation in Ravalli County put new focus on how one rescue case can strain shelters and rescue groups across Montana. Animeals in Missoula was not directly involved in the Corvallis-area case, but it explained that situations like this can still affect animal welfare groups

DOC begins on-site correctional officer training

DEER LODGE — Facing a backlog of a required course for all state correctional officers, the Montana Department of Corrections now has the ability to host the classes on site at Montana State Prison. It’s the first time the training, which covers the basics for corrections and detention officers, has

Gallatin county residents speak out against ICE agreement

Gallatin County residents are increasingly worried about the safety of their friends and neighbors from the continued involvement of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in county law enforcement. “They’re kidnapping people off the streets of our country and out of their homes and workplaces," said Katy Osterloth

Americans are going no-contact, but they still crave connection

Americans are going no-contact, but they still crave connection

Americans are going no-contact, but they still crave connection Lately, experts have been sounding the alarm about a “loneliness epidemic.” The concern is that our devices have driven us away from each other, and that social media has made humans less social than ever before. In 2023, the U.