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.
Social media has changed the way people are bullied, and unfortunately, it's not for the better. Bullying can follow a person home from school or work because of our availability with technology. Read this article to learn about the ABC program to help stop bullying! Click here to read related articles about bullying and suicidal [...]
We know the signs to look for when our child is physically sick. But when it comes to their mental health it's not always as clear. Here are some things to look for when checking your child's mental health. Click here to read more.
Arizona passed a similar law in 2021. According to a new law in Illinois, students are now allowed to miss school for a mental health day. Now more than ever after two years in a pandemic we all need to realize the importance of mental health and this is a great first step in caring [...]
I am Facing Burnout. For many years I have been advising parents of children with mental health challenges to take care of themselves. Self-care is critical. How can you take care of someone else when you can't take care of yourself? It is now time that I follow my own advice. For over 4 years [...]
#Tip Tuesday - Teens Starting School Many teens are starting school this week. Every year, the beginning of the school year can bring about anxiety in your child, but this year has been especially hard. Suicide rates among teens are highest at the start of school, during finals, and at the end of the school [...]
Creating Structure and Routines #TipTuesday Every Tuesday we will be sharing a new parenting tip. So don't forget to subscribe to our social media pages to be alerted every Tuesday! Links can be found below. When you have a special needs child, it is especially important to create structure and routines. Routines build safety and [...]
