Written by Jackie Zimmermann, Manager of Public Education and E-Learning Partnerships MHA and ASU Webinar Content: I Don’t Know How to Take Care of Myself in Stressful Times with Dr. Ruben Parra-Cardona, Bethany Younkers, Dr. Ariana Hoet The holiday season is often marketed as a time of joy and togetherness.
Mens Sana in Corpore Sano: Bridging the Mind-Body Divide in Modern Healthcare
The phrase “healthy men in healthy corpore“(“a healthy mind in a healthy body”) originates from Juvenal’s Satires. This ancient ideal underscores the interconnectedness of physical and mental health, a concept that modern healthcare often neglects. In contrast, physical health and mental are often treated as separate entities, creating a fragmented
Why Loneliness Hurts Sleep More Than Screen Time for Students
Researchers at Oregon State University have found that loneliness is a bigger obstacle to college students getting a good night’s sleep than excessive screen time. Researchers found that while spending 8 to 10 hours a day in front of screens increases the risk of insomnia, loneliness has a much greater
W.Wouldn’t it be great if there was a way to feel the comfort and security of home, as if we were relaxing on the couch, no matter where we are or what we are doing? Have you ever thought about that? Let’s talk. After all, how can I take the
Improving Firearm Safety in Pediatric Primary Care
December 12, 2024 • Research Highlight Firearm injuries and deaths among youth are a major public health problem. While safe storage is a proven safety measure, less than 30% of households with children Report storage of closed and unloaded firearms. . In a new study funded by the National Institute
How to Build Mental Resilience –
Tips on how to develop mental resilience So how do you develop mental resilience? “Healthy habits are key to mental resilience. Good sleep habits, eating well, meditating or praying, volunteering, maintaining friendships and community are key to being resilient,” says Talkspace psychiatrist Muhammad Munir, MD. By committing to these mental
11 Ways to Support Youth this Holiday Season
by Erin K Risner, Senior Director of Marketing and Communications, Camp Fire National Headquarters What does the Christmas season mean to you? For many, it can bring both stress and joy. Gatherings can highlight family tensions, disrupt sleep and routines, and normal sources of support are not as available; This
New to ADAA’s Annual Conference? We’ve Got You Covered!
If you are attending the ADAA Annual Conference for the first time, welcome. With over 1,200 expected attendees and over 150 exciting sessions, events and networking opportunities planned, it could be easy to feel overwhelmed. But we’re here to help combat that feeling with some helpful tips to make the
Urgent Letter to Prime Minister on Mental Health
The Rt Hon Sir Keir Starmer MP Dear Prime Minister, Urgent clarification needed on waiting lists and mental health funding We write on behalf of seventeen major organizations working to improve UK mental health to raise serious concerns about mental health waiting lists not being prioritized in their Plan for
Shame Vs. Guilt: The Psychological Difference and How to Overcome Toxic Shame
Lately I’ve been learning about shame and guilt. As a writer, those words sound very similar to me. In fact, their psychological impacts couldn’t be more different. Guilt is normal and even helpful, while shame can have a toxic effect on mental health. Let’s talk about how we all experience
Director’s Innovation Speaker Series: Youth Suicidal Behaviors: Where Do We Go From Here
Date and time December 16, 20242:00 to 3:00 pm Eastern Time Location Virtual and in-person at the Neuroscience Center, 6001 Executive Blvd., Rockville, MD 20852 Overview During this fireside chat, Shelli Avenevoli, Ph.D., acting director of the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), and Arielle H. Sheftall, Ph.D. will provide
How to Know if You’re Doing Too Much: Recognizing Overfunctioning and Avoiding Burnout
by Israa Nasir, therapist and author of “Toxic Productivity: Reclaim Your Time and Emotional Energy in a World That Always Demands More” We live in a culture that prioritizes productivity over self-care. Therefore, it is easy to exaggerate, without even realizing it. This can lead to overfunctioning, when you take
