Community gardens can be a catalyst for healthier individuals, according to a study from the University of Colorado Boulder. As the first randomized and controlled trial of community gardening, the study found... Read more »
Dr. Alexis Travis is the assistant provost and executive director of University Health and Wellbeing. The division brings together 11 departments focused on supporting faculty, staff and student health and wellbeing. ... Read more »
ROCHESTER — Nights like Friday are made for football players like AJ Quimby. The bright lights at Rochester Regional Stadium. A familiar rival, La Crescent-Hokah, on the opposite sideline. Some light rain... Read more »
The main entrance of Greenwood Community High School is seen in February. A mental health awareness week for students is set to take place there next week. Daily Journal File Photo A... Read more »
In the vibrant legacy of Mexico’s cultural history, a new path was forged in the early 20th century — the emergence of the first Baha’i community in Latin America. RELATED: Yamamoto and... Read more »
BY ERIC ADAMS | This week, our children headed back to school for the first day of the new school year. School supplies have been gathered, backpacks are being filled, and alarms... Read more »
Welltrack Boost The University of Arkansas community can download Welltrack Boost in the Apple Store or Google Play and login with their uark.edu email address and password. The University of Arkansas community... Read more »
The people closest to our society’s most pressing issues should be the ones to inform solutions and drive change. Our teams partner with diverse educators, families, community leaders and organizations, scientists and... Read more »
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Debbie Williams-Hoak, boys and girls golf coach at Saline High School When asked about high school students and mental health, Debbie Williams-Hoak, boys and girls golf coach at Saline High School says,... Read more »
In partnership with The Repository, every Monday, Stark Community Foundation highlights positive happenings in our community. Here’s to Good News Mondays! After behavioral health emerged as the top concern during the 2022... Read more »
In the meeting room of the Apalachee Center, it was a time of laughter and celebration with friends amongst key Florida lawmakers, law enforcement, and community advocates for mental health. The honorees... Read more »
Around 30 students attended the first iteration of bedtime stories at Hollins University, led by President Mary Dana Hinton. Good night stars, good night air, good night college students everywhere. To assist... Read more »
This article is part of a series about mental health in Washtenaw County. It is made possible with funding from Washtenaw County’s Public Safety and Mental Health Preservation Millage. Juggling school work,... Read more »
A new organization geared toward breaking the stigma around cannabis is gearing up for its first event that combines warm, soothing drinks, relaxed guided meditation and of course, marijuana. The Cannabis Society... Read more »
Judy Crockett, outpatient therapist, North Country Community Mental Health Asking for help isn’t always easy. It’s even more difficult when history has proven to be unfair, dismissive, and traumatic to you, your... Read more »
SUDs were a topic of discussion at the June 2023 CMHAM conference.If she had been offered a medication blocker such as Vivitrol when in jail, Ashley Markovich says she most certainly would... Read more »
An intersection near the scene of a fatal shooting spree is seen, Thursday, July 6, 2023, in Philadelphia. Matt Slocum AP PHILADELPHIA In the weeks before Kimbrady Carriker opened fire at random... Read more »
This article was originally published on MindfulTeachers.org. Read the original article. Margaret Golden is the education community manager at the Greater Good Science Center. She is the coauthor of Teach Our Children... Read more »
It goes without saying that mental health is an essential need for every individual, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. However, for LGBTQIA+ individuals residing in rural or conservative areas,... Read more »
Pride Month 2023: Understanding The Intersection Of Gender Identity And Mental Health In The LGBTQ+ Community The LGBTQ+ community may face self-stigmatization which can lead to feelings of shame, low self-esteem, and... Read more »
Mental health is an essential aspect of our lives that affects our overall well-being. It is an essential component of our psychological, emotional, and social health. However, mental health problems have become... Read more »
“I’m a Chicago native. I live in the Battle Creek Shelter. I’m trying to be positive and encourage others,” Richard Evans, 62. According to the Michigan Coalition Against Homelessness (MCAH), more than... Read more »
UTHSC’s Dr. Jim Bailey leads the Tennessee Heart Health Network, a statewide initiative to test interventions to improve the cardiovascular health of Tennesseans Basic science research occurs in the lab. At the... Read more »
Each week as part of SunLit — The Sun’s literature section — we feature staff recommendations from book stores across Colorado. This week, the staff from Park Hill Community Bookstore in Denver... Read more »
Mental health is an essential aspect of our overall well-being. It influences how we think, feel, and behave, and it impacts our relationships with the people around us. Mental health issues can... Read more »
ARLINGTON, Va., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization, today launched “Mental Health Without Conditions,” a compassionate Pride Month campaign... Read more »
Becoming One: Fostering Unity through Family, Community, and Love In a world marked by diversity and difference, the notion of unity often seems elusive. Yet, our shared humanity offers a powerful foundation... Read more »
OnPoint staff and community leaders cut the ribbon to the organization’s new facility. During OnPoint’s open house, it was difficult for executive director Mark Witte to walk through the building. Every few... Read more »
The state of mental health services in communities across the United States has been a topic of concern for many years. As individuals continue to experience mental health disorders and conditions, there... Read more »
CVN to Take the #NoShame Pledge to Help Reduce Stigma Associated with Seeking Help for Addiction and Mental Health Challenges STAMFORD, Conn., May 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — This May, Cohen Veterans Network... Read more »
Mental health has been a neglected topic for a long time, but now it is gaining more attention as people begin to realize its importance. It is not just an individual concern,... Read more »
Lapeer County CMH Marketing and Communications Coordinator Arizona Goulet and CFO Emma McQuillan are just two of the more than 150 individuals who work to help local people navigate mental health challenges.... Read more »
Markus Spiske/Pexels Humans are social animals, and we need our communities to thrive. Whether it’s our family, friends, coworkers, or even just fellow citizens, our well-being is inherently connected to the well-being... Read more »
During the coronavirus pandemic in 2020, SeraCollection Research Services in Montebello redirected its research to focus on COVID-19 and used its resources to help mitigate the pandemic and serve underserved communities. “Immediately... Read more »
As humans, we are social beings and thrive on the support and interaction of others. This is why community is so important, especially when it comes to improving our lives. One form... Read more »
Douglas Salter Millions of people across the world struggle with their mental health. Luckily for those seeking help in Carroll County, the Carroll County Mental Health Advocates are here. Founded in 2008, the... Read more »
Art by Skyler Hawkins Life is full of ups and downs, but learning how to cope with these inevitable changes allows people to lead more mindful and peaceful lives. Mindfulness is a... Read more »