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Understanding Anxiety in Foster Children: Causes and Solutions

Understanding Anxiety in Foster Children: Causes and Solutions

Photo by Pavel Danilyuk: https://www.pexels.com/photo/a-man-and-woman-having-conversation-with-their-daughter-8205344/ Fostering is a noble, rewarding role that provides a safe and loving environment for children who need it the most. However, it’s essential to recognise that foster children may experience anxiety due to their unique circumstances and past trauma. In this post, we’ll explore the ...

NIMH » Facebook Live: Understanding Schizophrenia

NIMH » Facebook Live: Understanding Schizophrenia

Overview In recognition of National Mental Health Awareness Month, the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) hosted a Facebook Live event on schizophrenia. Schizophrenia is a serious mental illness that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves. It’s important to know how to recognize the symptoms of schizophrenia and ...

NIMH » Facebook Live: Understanding Schizophrenia

NIMH » Facebook Live: Understanding Schizophrenia

Date and Time May 4, 20231:00–1:30 p.m. ET Overview In recognition of National Mental Health Awareness Month, the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is hosting a Facebook Live event on schizophrenia. Schizophrenia is a serious mental illness that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves. It’s important to know ...

Understanding Stress on Those Who Serve

Understanding Stress on Those Who Serve

Understanding Stress on Those Who Serve  (An Observation About Public Servants)   By Robert B. (Scott) Kuhnen, USAF Civilian (RET)  *This is an article from the Winter 2022/2023 issue of Combat Stress Please forgive me. I’m a neophyte in your space.  In the last edition of Combat Stress, I shared some thoughts ...

A Revolutionary Breakthrough in Understanding Mental Health—and Improving Treatment for Anxiety, Depression, OCD, PTSD, and More

A Revolutionary Breakthrough in Understanding Mental Health—and Improving Treatment for Anxiety, Depression, OCD, PTSD, and More

Dr. Chris Palmer is a Harvard psychiatrist and researcher working at the intersection of mental health and metabolic health. Below, Chris shares 5 key insights from his new book, Brain Energy: A Revolutionary Breakthrough in Understanding Mental Health—and Improving Treatment for Anxiety, Depression, OCD, PTSD, and More. Listen to the ...

Understanding the Need for Support

Even though people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) often have special mental health needs, not much is known about how to best support the requirements of individuals with I/DD and co-occurring mental health challenges and their families. Because of this uncertainty, mental health care is often based on old ...

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