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It didn’t take a statement from the American Academy of Pediatrics declaring children’s mental health a national emergency, for many of us to understand that youth mental health has been a simmering crisis for a long time. [...]
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The holidays are often a difficult time for many people, and COVID-19 may bring some additional challenges and worries this year. While the typical stress this time of year usually comes from planning, shopping, cooking, and preparing for the holidays; stress this year may arise from worrying about staying safe and not being able to see family/friends. Being away from [...]
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September is suicide awareness month. Being aware of warning signs for Depression, Suicide, and Self-Injury is one thing that can help those struggling who may not be open and ready to talk about it. Knowing these warning signs can help you better support the people you care about. [...]
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Here in northern Illinois, winter decided to come a little early this year. We have already seen some significant snow and record-breaking cold days have set in. We also moved back to standard time so the sun feels like an elusive lover whose time you pine for but never seem to get. [...]
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In this post Mario describes how difficult this time of the year can be for some people and provides some tips for battling the holiday blues.
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When you work in the mental health field, people talk about the stigma against mental illness and its treatment frequently. As with most things, I think that those with a disposition against mental illnesses and their [...]
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