Mental Health

The Crucial Connection Between Vitamin D and Mental Health

In the fight against depression, we often overlook the importance of a tiny yet powerful element provided generously by the sun — Vitamin D. Emerging research has shed light on the profound impact of this essential vitamin on mental health and fighting depression. Beyond its role in supporting physical health, Vitamin D has emerged [...]

By |2024-03-25T12:48:37-07:00January 10th, 2024|

The Vital Connection Between Nutrition and Mental Health

In this fast-paced world, it's easy to overlook the connection between nutrition and mental health. While the significance of nutrition for physical health is well-established, its impact on mental well-being is equally profound. Let's explore the intricate relationship between nutrition and mental health.  Nutrition: The Cornerstone of Mental Well-Being Nutrients for Neurotransmitters: Our brains [...]

By |2024-03-18T11:34:35-07:00January 3rd, 2024|

Do You Want an Insurance Company In Charge of a Mental Health Crisis Line?

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 [...]

By |2022-03-07T07:06:09-07:00March 1st, 2022|

Feeding Your Brain: How Nutrition Actually Affects Your Mental Health

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 [...]

By |2022-02-09T10:49:29-07:00February 10th, 2022|

Where is the Funding?

In 1972 Neil Diamond sang it in Song Sung Blue: “me and you are subject to the blues now and then” … four and a half decades later it is time to bring depression out of the shadows, “We simply got no choice” I recently saw a stat put out by AFSP.org (America Foundation for [...]

By |2017-02-15T21:23:57-07:00February 15th, 2017|
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