Category Archives: Mental Health

During the coronavirus pandemic, Common, the Oscar-winning songwriter, rapper, and activist was watching the news and he didnt like what he saw: fear-based conversations and divisiveness. Meanwhile, he was working hard to renew himself and stay in a good mental space Continue reading →

Parmer said that archaic approach persists, but that this partnership will go a long way to improving the situation. "When behavioral health patients come to the ER, it's not as fast as, 'Oh, you need stitches,'" Parmer told the county commissioners. "Sometimes there's a lot of addiction that's involved and substance abuse Continue reading →

Health care workers on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic are confronting a disease they are only starting to understand, and suffering they often cant alleviate. That as they work long hours, and put their health and their families health at risk. WBURs All Things Considered examines the mental health toll this has taken on health care workers Continue reading →

Students, parents, educators and policymakers are all concerned with finding the best ways to keep schools safe, because learning occurs best in an inviting, safe and orderly school setting. Two areas of particular concern have been acts of school violence and bullying on school grounds Continue reading →

Submitted by Dwight T. Colley, Psy.D. Chair, San Juan County Human Services Advisory Board It has been a long six months since COVID-19 entered into and disrupted our island lives; and it does not look like it is going to get any better soon Continue reading →

LEXINGTON, Ky. Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton said Thursday mental health resources are available for anyone in Lexington affected by recent acts of violence. The city has lost six teenagers to gun violence since April 21 Continue reading →

By Juan Rios The tragic death of Maurice Gordon is a bright red flag. That flag was unfurled and waved in full bloody view during the events that led to yet another unarmed Black mans death at the hands of law enforcement Continue reading →

Working out can help more than just your body it can also give your mind a boost and help you avoid depression and anxiety. Facebook Pinterest Twitter Linkedin The stress of the COVID-19 pandemic, families dealing with having to choose whether going back to school or staying virtual is best for the kids and the challenges of working during this time, in addition to the negative events that continue to happen around the country and the world, is enough to push everyone into a bit of depression and anxiety Continue reading →

NORTHEAST WISCONSIN (NBC26) -- Many districts and families are now just a few days away from the start of an unprecedented school year. Continue reading →

click to enlarge WSU Athletics WSU quarterback Tyler Hilinksi died by suicide in 2018. Since then, his parents have become vocal mental health advocates. Continue reading →