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American Foundation for Suicide Prevention National Advocacy Forum Unites Advocates to Save Lives through Policy Change

Following a year (2021) with increases in suicide rates, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), the nation's leading suicide prevention organization, is hosting The 14th Annual Advocacy Forum in Washington, DC from June 25 to the 28. Over 200 Volunteer Advocates from across the country will encourage legislators to prioritize suicide prevention and mental health policies that [...]

By Pamela Bir|2023-07-17T07:22:14-07:00September 1st, 2023|

A Deep Look Inside Our Minds: Adapting to Change and Stress
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A Deep Look Inside Our Minds: Adapting to Change and Stress

Anxiety

A Deep Look Inside Our Minds: Adapting to Change and Stress

"The COVID-19 pandemic ushered in a new era of how we interact and function in society. Our brains and behaviors experienced unprecedented upheavals, forcing us to adapt to new ways of living. In recent years, science has made bold advances in understanding how the brain and its wiring manage new situations and stress. Leading experts [...]

By Pamela Bir|2023-07-17T07:19:44-07:00August 25th, 2023|

You Can’t Fix Someone Else’s Mental Illness
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You Can’t Fix Someone Else’s Mental Illness

Mental Health

You Can’t Fix Someone Else’s Mental Illness

"Have you tried to fix someone's mental illness? When we see others struggling with mental illness, we often get the urge to help. But for most of us, we aren’t equipped to treat their disease—and trying to can negatively impact our mental health. Sometimes we have to let go and accept that we can’t [...]

By Pamela Bir|2023-07-17T07:14:29-07:00August 18th, 2023|

Protecting Students’ Well-Being In Academic Settings

"Shedding Light On Sexual Abuse In Educational Institutions. Educational institutions play a crucial role in shaping the minds and futures of young individuals. However, the occurrence of sexual abuse in schools and academic settings has become an alarming issue that demands immediate attention. It is essential to shed light on this topic, raise awareness, and implement [...]

By Pamela Bir|2023-07-17T06:59:31-07:00August 11th, 2023|

Rethinking How We Measure Progress in Mental Health Treatment
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Rethinking How We Measure Progress in Mental Health Treatment

Mental Health, Uncategorized

Rethinking How We Measure Progress in Mental Health Treatment

Mental health clinicians have long been asked to measure the change in their patients to demonstrate treatment progress. This is typically accomplished through standardized testing, such as the Mental Status Exam (MSE). The MSE is a structured assessment conducted by healthcare professionals to evaluate an individual's cognitive and emotional functioning. It aims to gather information [...]

By Pamela Bir|2023-07-17T06:52:24-07:00August 4th, 2023|

Can New Play help Teen dealing with depression?
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Can New Play help Teen dealing with depression?

Therapy

Can New Play help Teen dealing with depression?

What is play therapy and how can it help young people with depression? To begin with Well, people’s often think of therapy as a one-size-fits-all thing. A back-and-forth conversation between the therapist and their client. I like to think of it, though, like a process of discovering the best fit for each person.

By Pamela Bir|2023-07-17T06:43:16-07:00July 28th, 2023|

Ultra-processed foods may increase depression risk, long-term study shows
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Ultra-processed foods may increase depression risk, long-term study shows

Diet

Ultra-processed foods may increase depression risk, long-term study shows

Ultra-processed foods are a common component of many people’s diets. Although the definition varies, they are generally industrially produced foods that contain ingredients not found in the typical home kitchen. Recently, research has raised concerns about the health effects of a diet high in ultra-processed foods. Now, a large Australian study has found that [...]

By Pamela Bir|2023-07-11T08:57:48-07:00July 21st, 2023|

3 Reasons Why Employers Should Give A Mental Health Day Off

"Can a mental health day off help employees manage a better work-life balance? Can it aid in better employer relationships? With the ongoing cost of living crisis in the UK and people still dealing with the post-pandemic stress, the majority of the population has been left devastated. To provide a better work-life balance, many employers [...]

By Pamela Bir|2023-06-01T13:51:06-07:00July 14th, 2023|

How Pain Can Be a Teacher and Why We Need to Stop Avoiding It

"I always hated pain when growing up. For as long as I can remember I tried to avoid it. Physical pain was uncomfortable, but emotional pain was the real torture. It was sometimes easier to have a fight and stop communicating than to have a challenging conversation." Click here to continue reading.

By Pamela Bir|2023-06-01T13:49:26-07:00July 7th, 2023|

The Impact of Food Intolerances on Mental Health

"The ‘Brain-Gut Axis’ is a term used to describe the two-way communication system between our digestive tract and the brain. A growing body of research into this axis demonstrates how much influence the gut can have over the brain and vice versa. When we speak about reactions to foods, we most commonly understand them as immediate and often [...]

By Pamela Bir|2023-06-01T13:34:04-07:00June 23rd, 2023|