Whether it's work, family demands or all the little day-to-day chores we need to take care of, all of us have to cope with stress. Research indicates that stress can have a significant influence on our health and sense of well being, so it's important to take the time and learn some strategies to keep your stress level under control. 

Mind/Body classes
These classes and programs provide the opportunity to learn a variety of techniques to reduce stress, relax and improve fitness. Learning to influence the mind/body connection can help to improve medical conditions such as chronic pain, high blood pressure or insomnia, while at the same time improving your emotional state. For example, medication may be necessary to improve high blood pressure, but research indicates that exercise and stress management techniques can also improve this condition.  

Psychology Support for Health Issues
Coping Hearts Cardiac Support Group
Heart patients, their families and caregivers can find comfort and encouragement from others who have shared similar health concerns and experiences. The following groups meet regularly.

Coping Hearts
A cardiac support group to help people cope with living with heart disease.
3rd Monday of every month from 2-3 p.m.

Meeting alternates between following locations:
1) Eugene du Pont Preventive Medicine & Rehabilitation Institute
    3506 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, DE
2) HealthCare Center, Christiana
    200 Hygeia Drive, Newark, DE

Contact Margaret Keenan, Ph.D. at 302-661-3408

Gastric Bypass Support Group

Mind/Body workshops on topics such as insomnia, chronic pain, and using relaxation skills to relieve physical symptoms.

Complementary Medicine

• Acupuncture
• Massage