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December 31, 2014

As Suicides Spike, Some Policymakers Seek Answers

The number of suicides in America is growing, particularly in the West, but the issue rarely garners attention from most…

Depression, Mental Health, News, Suicide Prevention, Youth Mental Health
December 23, 2014

ND lawmakers eye additional funding for behavioral health

As North Dakota’s population continues to grow, so does the number of people using public behavioral health services, and even as…

Mental Health, mental health legislation, News
December 21, 2014

Program teaches mental health literacy

As part of a national initiative to increase mental health literacy, the Panhandle Mental Health Center (PMHC) is offering the…

Mental Health, Mental Health First Aid, News
December 21, 2014

Joe Pelle: Police violence and local responses

I just watched a news report on changes that police agencies are making nationally in response to all of the…

Law Enforcement, Mental Health, Mental Health First Aid, News
December 21, 2014

In face of criticism, N.J. State Police to change training…

The State Police will change its training program for troopers on how to handle people with mental illness after facing…

Mental Health, Mental Health First Aid, News
December 21, 2014

A clear vision for mental health system

Improving North Carolina’s Mental Health System is a high priority for Gov. Pat McCrory and Health and Human Services Secretary…

Mental Health, News
December 16, 2014

Texas State Senator Charles Schwertner

Senator Charles Schwertner (R-Georgetown) filed legislation to help expand the ranks of Texas’ mental health professionals and improve access to…

Mental Health, Mental Health First Aid, News
December 12, 2014

COMMUNITY WELLNESS: Mental Health Intervention: Top 5 Tips

If you noticed someone was struggling with a mental health issue, would you intervene? Would you know what to say…

Mental Health, Mental Health First Aid, News
December 11, 2014

ND lawmakers offer proposals to close gap in statewide mental…

North Dakota lawmakers outlined legislative proposals Wednesday to begin filling serious gaps in the state’s mental health services that are…

Mental Health, News
December 10, 2014

Helping employees who struggle with mental health issues

There was a collective gasp of shock when we all heard of the suicide of Robin Williams. How could a…

Depression, Mental Health, Mental Health First Aid Act, News, Suicide Prevention
December 8, 2014

SW Guidance Center’s new program will train 30 in mental…

Southwest Guidance Center is using the Mental Health First Aid  program to train locals to help identify mental health conditions…

Mental Health, Mental Health First Aid, News
December 8, 2014

Suicide Watch

As mental health care services in the state struggle to survive, so do many Kansas who face depression. 12/08/2014  Link…

Mental Health, News, Suicide Prevention