West Fraser grant powers rural mental health outreach in South Carolina
Mental Health America of South Carolina (MHASC) is taking big steps to support the state’s rural communities, all thanks to a partnership with Mental Health America National and West Fraser, a global wood products company. Through this partnership, MHASC received funding to extend its mental health services to rural South
Why Does Anxiety Hit us Where it Hurts?
Anxiety chooses the worst times to torment us and, because it is in our own brain, it torments us for what matters most to us at every stage of our lives. It is important to recognize that the content of worry, panic or OCD changes as our lives change. I
Announcing Andy Ratcliffe | MQ Mental Health Research
MQ Mental Health Research is delighted to announce that Andy Ratcliffe has been appointed as its new chief executive. Andy brings extensive experience from his time as CEO of Impulse (a leading social mobility charity), deputy chief executive of Tony Blair’s Africa Governance Initiative and chief executive of Urban Health
10 of the Best Thoughtful Gifts for a Friend or Loved One with Bipolar Disorder 2024
I want to write about the top 10 gift ideas for a person with bipolar disorder today because people often don’t know what to give when trying to support not only the person but also their mental well-being. Thoughtful and supportive gifts that promote relaxation, self-care, and creativity can show
Community Conversation Webinar Series: Is Your Kid Often Angry, Cranky, Irritable?
Date and time October 23, 2024 Overview Disruptive mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD) is a condition in which children or adolescents experience ongoing irritability, anger, and frequent and intense temper outbursts. Many children go through periods of low mood, but children with DMDD experience severe symptoms and often have major problems
Care for the caregiver | Mental Health America
There are 91.3 million caregivers in the United States and, of them, 14.3 million care for a wounded, ill or injured service member or veteran. These military and veteran caregivers are the spouses, partners, parents, family members, friends, neighbors and loved ones who provide countless hours of care, often invisible
Find Your Holiday Happiness: Manage Anxiety and Depression
Are you feeling stressed? Would you rather be away from home? The holidays are an exciting time of good cheer, warm family traditions, and spending time with friends. Or are they? For many people, the thought of walking into a crowded room and chatting with coworkers or strangers at a
The Alarming Rise of Depression in LGBTQIA+ College Communities
A study published in the American College Health Magazine reveals a concerning rise in depression among U.S. higher education students, particularly among those who identify as LGBTQIA+, indicating they face disproportionate mental health challenges. “This study highlights the critical need for targeted interventions to support the mental health and well-being
Understanding Anosognosia in Bipolar Disorder: Why Some People Don’t Believe They’re Sick
Have you ever met someone with bipolar disorder who insisted they weren’t sick or even believed that everyone else was the problem and not them? Maybe even you have felt this way yourself. This is not unusual. In fact, Up to 50% of people with bipolar disorder experience a symptom
Information Session: NIMH Intramural Research Program Training Opportunities (December)
Date and time December 3, 20242:00 to 4:00 pm Eastern Time Overview Are you interested in learning about the training opportunities available at the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) Intramural Research Program (IRP)? Join the Office of Fellowship Training for a virtual information session to learn about a variety
11 Tips From Experts — Talkspace
Teaching is widely considered one of the noblest professions, as teachers play a vital role in shaping the minds of the future. Your job requires patience, time, energy, will and dedication, and while it can be rewarding, teaching is also incredibly demanding. Lesson planning, grading, classroom management, parent conferences, staff
Healing the Mind with Technology and Music
My journey in mental health advocacy began my sophomore year of high school. I watched as my friends and classmates were overwhelmed by endless assignments, like chemistry lab reports or history presentations, and regularly stayed up after 2 a.m. Anxiety took over many of our lives. We were losing our
