From the Experts
We are working hard to ensure all people have equal access to the care people need, when they need it. Sometimes that care comes in the form of information. This blog is intended to help you find health tips, answers to questions about mental illness, parenting tips, our thoughts on social issues, and more.
Watch this Video on Childhood Sexual Abuse Prevention
Our Sexual Assault staff made a training video on identifying and responding to childhood sexual abuse as a part of our efforts to provide prevention education to local schools.
Digital Abuse: A Discussion about Teen Dating Violence
Dating violence can be more than just physical; your partner doesn’t have to physically hurt you to be abusive. Read this blog post to learn more about digital abuse and how to get help.
VIDEO: 10 Ways to Cope This Holiday Season
Watch this video to learn some tips on coping with feelings of loneliness this season.
3 Things You Need to Know About Therapy
By creating a safe space and earning your trust, your therapist can help you identify, discuss, and work through whatever life stressors or experiences are keeping you from feeling your best.
Double Whammy: Mental Illness and Substance Abuse
Mental health issues such as depression, bipolar disorder, and anxiety disorders common co-occur with substance use disorders—and the co-occurrence is more common than you might think.
VIDEO: Is Your Teen Using Drugs or Alcohol?
Watch this short 2-minute video to find out how you can spot the signs of substance use among teens and adolescents.
Let’s Erase the Word “Crazy”
Find out why it’s important to be careful when we talk about words relating to mental illness, as those words could either help or hinder someone from reaching out for help.
5 Family Activities to Reduce Children’s Stress
Parents can create calm, safe spaces for children to express their feelings by incorporating mindfulness activities into daily life.
VIDEO: Depression Is a Medical Issue
Watch this brief video to find out how your physical health issues can create mental health issues, and vice versa.