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November 21, 2014
by Marti Wormuth, MA

the impactof thankfulnesson mental health

The Impact of Thankfulness on Mental Health

November 21, 2014 04:55 by Marti Wormuth, MA  [About the Author]

the impactof thankfulnesson mental health
Happy Thanksgiving, at least, if you're in the United States that's what today is! If you're reading this right now, then you've likely stumbled upon us after a delicious meal or you're hanging out with your family and watching the football game(s). That being said, did you know that thankfulness and gratitude are actually incredibly important factors when it comes to your mental health and overall well being? Absolutely! In this blog post, I'm going to explore how thankfulness affects mental health and what you can do in order to be more thankful, not just during this time of the year, but all year long. [More]

November 19, 2014
by Lisa La Rose, M.A., L.P.C.

bipolar mania and depression copingwith bipolar disorderonthe jobandin relationships

Bipolar Mania & Depression: Coping with Bipolar Disorder on the Job and in Relationships

November 19, 2014 04:55 by Lisa La Rose, M.A., L.P.C.  [About the Author]

bipolar mania and depression copingwith bipolar disorderonthe jobandin relationships
Bipolar Disorder impacts every aspect of a person’s life, including work and relationships, but it is a treatable illness, and recovery is possible. The right support and treatment can make all the difference. People with bipolar disorder can have fulfilling careers and healthy and happy relationships with family and friends. [More]

November 15, 2014
by Dr. C. Wayne Winkle,Phd

vascular dementia

Vascular Dementia - New Research May Lead To Treatments

November 15, 2014 10:55 by Dr. C. Wayne Winkle,Phd  [About the Author]

vascular dementia
Vascular dementia is one of eleven general types of dementia. It is second only to Alzheimer’s Disease as a cause of this condition that affects the elderly in America. Scientists at the Krembil Neuroscience Centre (University Health Network, 2014) may have found one major cause of this type of dementia. And that could lead to effective treatment approaches for the condition. [More]

November 11, 2014
by Lisa La Rose, M.A., L.P.C.

accessing behavioral health care

Accessing Behavioral Health Care: Engaging Diverse Populations

November 11, 2014 20:45 by Lisa La Rose, M.A., L.P.C.  [About the Author]

accessing behavioral health care
Everyone deserves access to high quality, culturally competent, and affordable behavioral healthcare. But accessing treatment for these issues can be challenging for many people in America. Increasing outreach and education to minority and underserved communities, increasing the diversity of behavioral health providers, and improving cultural competence in healthcare will help to engage those who are not getting the treatment services they need. [More]

November 11, 2014
by Marti Wormuth, MA

tips for mental health wellness week

Tips For Mental Health Wellness Week

November 11, 2014 04:55 by Marti Wormuth, MA  [About the Author]

tips for mental health wellness week
This week focuses on the overall mental health wellness that we all should be taking care of, no matter whether or not we have a mental illness or another issue that may come up. In this article, we're going to talk about why we need a week that is focused on mental health awareness and wellness, and some tips that can help you to seek wholeness in your mental health endeavors. [More]

November 1, 2014
by Lisa La Rose, M.A., L.P.C.

creating equalityfor peoplewith mental illness

Creating Equality for People with Mental Illness

November 1, 2014 04:55 by Lisa La Rose, M.A., L.P.C.  [About the Author]

creating equalityfor peoplewith mental illness
Gainful employment and stable housing are necessary for almost everyone to be successful members of society. When access to either of these is limited, life becomes very difficult. People with mental health disorders deserve the same access to employment and housing to enable them to be safe and contribute to their communities and feel worthwhile and valuable. Unfortunately, stigma and discrimination still create inequities for people with mental illness, and as a society it benefits us all to work hard to increase acceptance and decrease stereotyping and misperceptions about people with mental illness. FB- Know someone with a mental illness? Here are just a few of the misperceptions associated with having a mental illness, some of which may surprise you. [More]

October 31, 2014
by Marti Wormuth, MA

why mental health continuesto comeupinthe news

Why Mental Health Continues to Come up in the News

October 31, 2014 04:55 by Marti Wormuth, MA  [About the Author]

why mental health continuesto comeupinthe news
One thing that seems to be coming up in the news a lot is mental health. Whether it's a new mental health discovery, or it's something that has occurred that causes us to talk about the mental health care system in our country, there are a lot of questions out there about the mental health system and what can and/or should be done about it. But why does this keep happening? [More]

October 29, 2014
by Marti Wormuth, MA

explaining mental illnessto children

Explaining Mental Illness to Children

October 29, 2014 10:40 by Marti Wormuth, MA  [About the Author]

explaining mental illnessto children
Sometimes, someone in our family or one of our family friends may have a mental health issue, and there are children in the family who may not understand what is going on. That means that family members may have to take the time to talk to children about the effects of mental illness and how they are to treat the person that they are related to. FB- Talking to your kids about mental illness might seem just as intimidating as talking to them about the birds and the bees, but it doesn't have to be. Here are some tips for an easier conversation. [More]

October 29, 2014
by Marti Wormuth, MA

a brief overviewof autism

A Brief Overview of Autism

October 29, 2014 10:27 by Marti Wormuth, MA  [About the Author]

a brief overviewof autism
One thing that a lot of media attention has gone toward as of recent is a neurobehavioral disorder known as autism, and everything that falls under the "autism umbrella." Autism is a category of disorders has only really been researched and discovered in the past couple of decades, and has only really been explored for probably the last 20 years or so. [More]