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All About Seasonal Depression

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As the weather outside is getting “frightful”, the fire can seem not so “delightful” to some. Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD, is a type of depression that is characterized by episodes of depression in late fall and into the winter, … Read more

Senate Launches Mental Health Caucus

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October 30th, 2023 On October 17th, 2023, the creation of the Bipartisan Senate Mental Health Caucus was celebrated by NAMI, AFSP (American Foundation for Suicide Prevention), and many others. Senators Alex Padilla (CA), Thom Tillis (NC), Joni Ernst (IA) and … Read more

Mental Health 101

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Mental Health 101 is an hour-long presentation focusing on the basics of mental health and mental health conditions.  Participants will learn the difference between mental health and mental health conditions, the warning signs, and how to respond.   Who is this … Read more

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  • Mental Illness and Substance Use During Pregnancy Rising February 24, 2024
    Mental illness and substance use during pregnancy may lead to adverse maternal and birth outcomes, and recent research highlights concerning trends for both risk factors. Based on analysis of 2012-2021 National Survey on Drug Use and Health data, the prevalence of any mental illness (AMI) and serious mental illness (SMI) among pregnant individuals has increased […]
  • Impact of Climate Disasters on Adolescent Mental Health February 10, 2024
    Climate change is a known public health concern, and recent research emphasizes the potential impact on youth mental health. Reviewing data from over 38,000 high school students in 22 urban public school districts across 14 states, researchers found that adolescents experiencing the greatest number of climate-related “disaster days” were more likely to experience mental distress […]

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