Last week, President Barack Obama signed a presidential declaration proclaiming May as Mental Health Month. Throughout the month, there will be important events and opportunities to expand awareness and increase … Read more
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There may be many reasons why a person may choose not to seek treatment for a mental health problem. Keep in mind you can play a role in assisting that … Read more
As experts predict one in five people across the nation will have a mental illness, town officials are considering ways to improve mental health resources and may even hire a … Read more
The certification course teaches officers a five-step action plan to assess a situation, implement interventions and secure care for individuals. Participants learn about risk factors, warning signs of mental health … Read more
Health First Aid Act with Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins (R-KS),” added Congresswoman Matsui. “That bipartisan … Full Text Outlet: Targeted News Service Publication Date: 05/01/2015 Media Group: Other Byline: Targeted News Country: United States of America
Training offered throughout the region was made possible in part by a $100,000 “Project Aware” grant from the federal government. The training, which is open to anyone in schools or the community … Read more
When most people think of providing first aid in a given situation they probably think of tending to an obvious physical injury. What would you do if instead of an … Read more
Care builds hope when it comes to mental health. This was one of the main messages brought forward by Dennis Mohatt, vice president for behavioral health with the Western Interstate Commission … Read more
“People don’t know what mental illness is, they don’t realize it’s a brain disorder,” says Peggy Loveless. “We get sick from here down and that’s okay, but getting sick from … Read more
As humans, we all experience normal levels of anxiety from time to time. Anxiety is essential in a fight or flight situation, where we need to run or fight off … Read more
CONTACT We Care, headquartered in Westfield, recently welcomed a new group of volunteer listeners to its suicide-prevention hotline, where they will be among those who answer the calls and texts … Read more
In recognition of his leadership and commitment to service, the CarePlus Foundation is proud to honor Kenneth R. Ehrenberg, Paramus Chief of Police, at the 17th Annual Courage Awards Gala … Read more
With enough federal funding, a mental health first aid course in the Bay Area has the potential to save lives across the country and become “what CPR is to heart … Read more
Longmont Community Services Director Karen Roney, along with Public Safety Chief Mike Butler, presented City Council with their initial ideas and plans for improving mental health services and access for … Read more
Mental Health First Aid is a dynamic eight hour program that promotes mental health as a key part of … Full Text Outlet: Morgan Messenger Publication Date: 04/22/2015 Media Group: Print Country: United States … Read more
The Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU) Center for Ethnic Psychological Research and Application (CEPRA) is training North Florida citizens and organizations to possess skills that are in high demand … Read more
It’s not very often that someone can say he talked a person out of jumping off the Golden Gate Bridge. Gary Scheppke can. 04/21/2015 Link to Source
As far as health issues go, matters of behavioral health present unique challenges, both for those struggling with disorders and for the broader community as well. 04/21/2015 Link to Source
Behavioral healthcare providers must reinvent themselves or risk becoming obsolete. Kicking off the National Council for Mental Wellbeing 2015 conference in Orlando, Linda Rosenberg, president and CEO, shared her outlook … Read more
The Knife Chief Buffalo Nation Society, the Medicine Horse Society and the Red Journey Society all came together to examine the horrific number of suicides on the reservation and ways … Read more
With parity, the Affordable Care Act and the recent passage of the Excellence in Mental Health Act, mental health and addiction treatment organizations have new opportunities to serve their communities. … Read more
Elmhurst Hospital hosted a Community Collaboration Breakfast on April 15 to introduce Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) to key leaders and groups in its service area, including school districts, churches, police … Read more
The Mental Health First Aid Act now has a companion bill in the House of Representatives. On Thursday, Representatives Lynn Jenkins (R-KS) and Doris Matsui (D-CA) introduced the Mental Health … Read more
The San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is working to remove the barriers that prevent people from seeking help for mental health concerns through its Prevention and Early … Read more
When I was eighteen, like many young folks, I left my hometown in the coal fields of West Virginia to pursue a college degree. Energized by the prospect of being … Read more
When I was eighteen, like many young folks, I left my hometown in the coal fields of West Virginia to pursue a college degree. Energized by the prospect of being … Read more
When I was eighteen, like many young folks, I left my hometown in the coal fields of West Virginia to pursue a college degree. Energized by the prospect of being … Read more
The mental health services, which include counseling, advocacy, referral and telepsychiatry, are provided by North Central Behavioral Health Systems through a state grant that also assists neighboring Stark County, Donna … Read more
His parents, Chip and Gail, said their son had struggled with paranoid schizophrenia for more than two decades. They support LD 534, a bill proposed by Rep. Richard Malaby (R-Hancock) that … Read more
The process begins with establishing a relationship, and this alone can seem like a mind-bending proposition for many people. Downtown residents often ask, “How should I approach someone with signs … Read more
The counselor works with Muslim students at Penn and in the greater Philadelphia area, addressing the trauma and anxiety many experience as a result of Islamophobia and mental health stigma. … Read more
Cunningham talks openly about his struggles today. He said talk therapy and medication helped him tremendously. He also took a training called Mental Health First Aid. 04/07/2015 Link to Source
My niece Anna died just before Christmas after fighting an insidious disease for 10 years. She was 24. She had a great smile, always wanted to help others and loved her … Read more
Last week, lawmakers for the first time approved $1.5 million in state spending on training to improve police response to emotionally disturbed people during crises. Until now, such training has … Read more
According to Filiaggi, the Friends R Family Foundation was created to honor his wife while raising awareness of mental health issues and improving access to care and resources. “With Friends … Read more
Recent months mark the remodelling of priorities for firefighters in Ottawa. Current projects include mental health first-aid training, performance measurement plans, officer development strategies, revisions of recruitment standards and training … Read more
Mental illness cannot stay hidden in the closet. We as a community have to let people suffering from mental health issues or concerns know it is OK to talk about it … Read more
“If you communicate properly and you treat people with respect, a lot of times they will go without incident,” he said. 04/03/2015 Link to Source
Mental illness is real. But there are more people suffering who may not have been diagnosed. And the good news is it’s not as difficult to help someone suffering from … Read more
… not have more people trained in mental health first aid? The National Council for Mental Wellbeing … Full Text Outlet: San Jose Mercury News Publication Date: 04/03/2015 Media Group: Print Byline: From Mercury … Read more
The Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City on Thursday are announcing an ambitious initiative called Healthy KC aimed at improving health … Read more
representatives, set up mental health first aid, teach members to spot the early signs of a problem, stop … Full Text Outlet: European Union News Publication Date: 04/02/2015 Media Group: Print Country: United Kingdom
A mental health group is calling “foul” on this edgy TV ad being aired during the NCAA basketball tournament—and wants it benched. 04/01/2015 Link to Source
More than half of all U.S. residents have experienced a traumatic event, like domestic abuse, sexual assault, neglect or a disaster. The ideal place to identify and show universal precautions is … Read more
Germanwings co-pilot Andreas Lubitz appears to have suffered from a serious psychological illness and experts are saying we’re now at risk of further demonizing workers with mental health problems – … Read more
Jane and Nathan Welton believe that increased suicide awareness among Jonathan’s fellow students might have helped prevent their son’s death. 03/28/2015 Link to Source
Upper Valley public health officials say an annual ranking of the health status of each county in the United States will help guide them as they create action plans to … Read more
House Bill 1269 would require the Department of Correction or a health navigator — an inmate’s authorized representative — to apply for Medicaid for inmates who are potentially eligible for … Read more
Russell said the course is intended to “help people understand the signs of suicide and mental health issues.” He added it is especially important to educate those in “leadership roles,” … Read more
Aurora congressional candidate Andrew Romanoff has been named president and CEO of Mental Health America of Colorado, a longtime advocate for mental health systems and legislation. 03/23/2015 Link to Source
