Is there an upside to being depressed? For almost four decades, psychologists have searched for an answer to this counterintuitive question. The search has intensified more recently as the prevalence of depression has trended upwards over the years. Anecdotally, we know that many historically important and high-achieving figures, from Charles Darwin to Abraham Lincoln, experienced different forms of this mental illness. So, is there more to depression that we are missing?
Despite extensive evidence…
Despite all the challenges highlighted by St. Louis Business Journal readers in the AdvanceSTL series, there are a lot of great things happening in St. Louis. In many ways, it feels like we are on the verge of a potential grand slam.
Construction cranes are visible across the horizon. We have recently completed developments from City Foundry to Cortex and so many others. The new National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency complex will provide a much-needed anchor in North St. Louis City to build upon.…
Over the past couple of years, a lot has changed in our country, and for many people this wave of changes include their address. America has been experiencing a shuffle as people explore options to relocate, driven by financial and social factors, as well as a shift to remote work. The ability to live anywhere and work remotely has provided the chance for people to seek residence based on quality of life, not just employment.
The challenge is finding the right fit.
How do you weigh the value of…
The IT industry has long been one of the most fertile industries in the nation, and it’s a trend that doesn’t seem to be slowing down anytime soon. From startups to Fortune 500s, businesses have an increasingly high need for qualified IT professionals. The demand, however, exceeds the available talent.
That’s where Envision shines. An IT staffing firm offering contract, right-to-hire, and direct hire placement services, the team is known for matching the right person with the position that…
With mental health issues on the rise, the need for behavioral health support professionals has never been greater. These professionals have a proven track record of creating better client outcomes and experiences as well as reducing overall health care costs.
A few years ago, St. Louis Community College recognized this need and developed a program to train individuals to do this work. The result was the creation of STLCC’s associate degree in applied science in behavioral health support. Launched…
LGBTQIA+ communities have been contributing to St. Louis’s history for centuries. Now the Gateway to Pride virtual exhibit will begin to uncover the rarely-shared or
ALTON – It was a special occasion Friday evening when the Alton Fire Department decided to host their Firefighter’s Ball once again. It’s one of the only nights out of the year that all the volunteers can be in the same room with one another and their families. The department doesn’t take these opportunities for granted, so when everyone was dressed to the nines inside WOW Event Center in Upper Alton, they were sure to have a good time. Doors opened at 5 p.m. as guests had the chance to get professional photos taken. The bar was open as well to enjoy before dinner. Dinner was provided by Chef Bob’s Catering Company. Before dinner, the firemen presented the colors and said a fireman’s prayer. After that, another prayer blessed the food. Finally, guests began eating around 6:30 p.m. They ate and danced into the night and enjoyed one of the few chances they have to just relax and have some fun.
The St. Louis Cardinals are joining fans in celebrating the final MLB season for Albert Pujols and Yadier Molina and their historic moments with pitcher Adam Wainwright. And they are doing it in sweet style.
The latest Emerson College-The Hill poll has Missouri Republican U.S. Senate candidate Eric Schmitt in a commanding lead over Democratic challenger Trudy Busch Valentine.
Pretextual stops are an unfortunate side effect of American law enforcement. When cops want to question people or root around in their cars, they’ll find another reason to make the stop and hope the eventual searches make it all worthwhile. This law enforcement activity has been repeatedly blessed by courts, which tend to view it […]
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