Relational aggression is a form of bullying that a lot of parents may not know about, but it can be one of the most damaging, so education on what it is and what we can do about it are essential. Read this article to learn more about it.
The JEM Foundation recommends that everyone get yearly mental health physicals. Check in on your mental health and don’t wait until the sadness or anxiety are really bad. According to National Alliance for Mental Illness, 1 in 5 Americans will experience a mental illness in a given year. A study by Mental Health America found [...]
We need your help, immediately, to ensure state-regulated insurance companies are complying with federal and state law and treating physical and mental health equally. As you know, we are working to enact the insurance reporting requirements for Jake’s Law. The insurance industry, not surprisingly, is trying to pair back the reporting requirements, especially around Non-Quantitative [...]
Depression and anxiety is something that many people struggle with. No one is immune. Read about how Olympic gold medalist Nick Goepper has fought depression with treatment. Click here to read more.
That is precisely what is happening with the AZ Southern Crisis Line. AHCCCS (Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System) is allowing the RBHA’s (Regional Behavioral Health Authority) to select a statewide crisis line vendor for the 988 rollouts coming this summer; Centene Corporation. Centene purchased the southern Arizona crisis line and changed the name to [...]
The teenage years come with their own set of challenges. But did you know that you can use nutrition to your advantage? Read this article for more information.
Researchers have found that many people who have depression also have low circulating levels of vitamin D in their blood, so is it possible that the two factors are related? Read this article to learn more. Additional Information Docosahexaenoic acid dietary supplementation enhances the effects of exercise on synaptic plasticity and cognition Exercise contributes to [...]
Did you know that diet can play a crucial role in mental health? According to Harvard Health, "Like an expensive car, your brain functions best when it gets only premium fuel. Eating high-quality foods that contain lots of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants nourishes the brain and protects it from oxidative stress — the "waste" (free [...]
Did you know there are steps you can put in place to help your child's mental health? Read this article to learn more.
This article talks about how consistent one-on-one counseling and text messages significantly reduced violent behavior, anxiety and substance use among adolescents. Access to these prevention programs is vital! Watch our video about Mental Health Checkups.
