Podcasts about mental health nami

For every person in the world diagnosed with an addiction or mental disorder, there is at least one other person trying to help someone in this condition.  Families are deeply impacted, and these situations can be ripe for misunderstanding, misinformation, and stigma.  Today Cinthia explores how to love well when a loved one struggles with a mental illness or addiction.  She began at the beginning of Luke 10 and explored issues related to boundaries and codependency in several passages leading up to the parable of the Good Samaritan.  She then looked directly at the parable and discussed what he did and did not do to help the wounded man, as well as whether he might have had to respond differently if he had been trying to help his own relative.  Cinthia noted that the Good Samaritan offered simple help, not judging or lecturing, not becoming over-involved, but valuing the wounded man and helping him by giving what he could with appropriate expectations.   Sometimes humans complicate it when God asks us to help others.  Cinthia encouraged self-reminders that kindness is free and can be given to anyone.  Kindness is not validating inappropriate behavior or trying to teach someone how to change, though it can model a different lifestyle.  Kindness does not mean assuming best-friend status and does not leave the recipient owing anything.  It is simply kindness.  Part of how we know whether we are practicing good boundaries is that we are able to give freely without unrealistic expectations; we do not gain identity from helping the person get better or become resentful if the person rejects or disappoints our efforts.  Good boundaries help us not to take everything so personally. If someone close to us struggles with an addiction or mental illness, we generally have two choices:  We can interject ourselves into their situation or be simply a compassionate observer.  A compassionate observer does not take responsibility for figuring out, fixing, teaching, reforming, etc.  A compassionate observer can be aware of problematic behavior while acknowledging his/her own inability to comprehend all the internal and external factors involved.  A compassionate observer can value another person regardless of his/her behavior but does not give past the point of being able to release expectations his or her own expectations for the results.  A compassionate observer can accept that people's lives are messy and that getting involved in the lives of human beings is a messy business.  A compassionate observer can offer some help, particularly when it is requested, but must have good boundaries when doing so.  Boundaries can be most easily understood as awareness of “where I end and you begin.”  When we do not know where we end, we often become way too involved in the lives of others and end up hating or despising the people we were trying to help when all our attempts to help them change are frustrated or disappointed.  People have problems that aren't solved for lots of reasons, and we don't always know all the reasons.  Without appropriate expectations, we develop compassion fatigue, which leads to resentment.  We can easily overestimate our own ability to understand a given situation.  Sometimes, as we watch a loved one struggle, we say to God, “You could fix this.”  Cinthia reminds us to take a deep breath and remember Who God is.  Remember the cross, the beatings, His entire creation turning against Him.  God knows how humans can be, and He understands factors we cannot know.  He knows what it is like to offer someone help, only to have that person reject it in favor of his/her own best ideas.  He actually does know what is best for us and has the right to have plans for us (something we cannot say about ourselves regarding the people we are trying to help), and He still experiences our resistance and rejection of His offers.  One question to consider in determining what you can give freely in a given situation is how educated you are regarding that situation.  Do you have experience with the relevant issues?  Do you have training?  If you don't, you might seek general education to help guide your attempts (Make sure to use reputable resources, such as the National Institute for Mental Health [NAMI] or the Mayo Clinic.), or you might simply collect names of professionals, etc., to whom you can refer the person when they want help.  This can be helpful, but don't try to be the resource or treatment professional.  Be careful about ruling out options for the person.  For example, sometimes Christians are nervous about the use of psychotropic medications and may even discourage loved ones from using them when prescribed.  Psychiatrist Dr. Harnish notes that the devil uses various weapons to attack us and that, as such, it often makes sense to use a variety of weapons in response.  He describes physical interventions such as medication, emotional ones such as counseling, and spiritual ones such as prayer and Scripture reading as different branches of the military.   He encourages using each of these weapons as needed as a country might use different branches of its military to combat different tactics brought against it. Humility is crucial when dealing with addictions and/or mental illness, whether we are the ones struggling or the ones loving someone else as they struggle.  Just the person struggling must humble himself/herself to accept needed help, the person trying to help must humble himself/herself to accept that the loved one is free to reject his/her help and suggestions.  Sometimes phrasing helps: “I have an idea, and I'm wondering if you'd be interested,” may be a helpful start.  Telling the person all the ways he or she has failed or should have done things differently typically does not help.  When making a suggestion, consider your timing.  Remember that you are not the person's parent (unless you are and that person is a child), lawyer, doctor, or boss; you are not God.  You are a compassionate witness; see and offer help only within appropriate boundaries. Remember not to define people by their disorders.  Don't walk on eggshells.  Let them lead the way.  Help when they ask for help unless such help is not helpful, and then say that you don't feel comfortable doing that.  Keep it simple.  God honors weakness and really values honesty.   Also, remember that most diagnoses have a continuum of severity.  One person with Diagnosis A may experience it very differently than another person with the same diagnosis.  Make sure your own life is working.  Tighten down your own self-care.  This gives you strength to help the person when he or she wants help, as well as to love the person when he or she falls, and it models what good self-management can be like.  Get sleep, rest, recreation, and support.  Consider going to a supportive group such as NIMH, Alanon/Alateen, etc.; go to at least two meetings before you rule it out. Mental illness, addiction, and even recovery are all processes that are easy to “get lost in,” and this is as true for loved ones as for the person who struggles directly with the problem.  Boundaries are hard to maintain in these situations, but they are crucial.  Pray for the person, be a compassionate witness, and “do your side of the street.”

Using the C.A.R.E.S Model to Help Your Loved Ones Dealing with  Mental Health Challenges (Episode #21) We live during a time when mental health challenges have significantly increased over the past few decades. Some research suggests that we are ten times more likely to have depression than we were fifty years ago. Suppose you have a loved one struggling with anxiety, depression, or other mental health issues. In that case, we invite you to listen to Dr. Robinson and Skinner as they discuss this important topic. They will be covering the C.A.R.E.S Model in-depth. If you want to help your struggling loved one, this podcast will provide valuable insights. The C.A.R.E.S. Model C = Communicate actively A = Advocate for their needs R = Respect their journey E = Educate yourself S = Support healthy habits -- Resources Mentioned in This Podcast: National Alliiance on Mental Health (NAMI) https://www.nimh.nih.gov/          

Mackenzie and Hanna talk to Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Amanda Beck about her own ghosting story, as well  as reading ghosting stories from listeners to try and understand why people ghost and why getting ghosted hurts so much! Amanda Beck is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in the states of North and South Carolina. While I am a therapist, it's important to note this is not therapy and nothing shared today should be construed as a substitute for working with a qualified provider. Please check out the show notes for more on how to find a qualified therapist in your area and other resources for supporting your mental health. To find a therapist: Go to psychologytoday.com and use their filter system to name what matters most about your therapist. Amanda recommends choosing three therapists you're interested in and requesting a free 20-minute consultation to see if it's a good fit. Most therapists offer this. If finances are a hindrance, ask therapists if they have a sliding scale. For immediate mental health support: You can reach the National Alliance of Mental Health (NAMI) support line by calling 1-800-950-6264 or texting "helpline" to 62640. If you are experiencing a crisis, call or text 988.  To Connect With Amanda: If you reside in North or South Carolina and are interested in working with Amanda, you can learn more here: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/amanda-beck-winston-salem-nc/826535 Join our Patreon! https://patreon.com/TheDatingDetectives?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=join_link Instagram & Tik Tok - @DatingDetectivesPodcast Facebook - The Dating Detectives Podcast Mackenzie's Socials - @Freedom_Barbie Hanna's Socials - @HannaAndergram ***The following Program contains names, places and events that have been anonymized or fictionalized for the purposes of protection and safety. The following Program is provided for entertainment purposes only and any commentary from the hosts are strictly conjecture and should not be held as making any definitive statements about the truth or identity of any particular individuals or circumstances. If you or a loved one are involved in an abusive relationship, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 for support

In this episode, we delve deep into the critical topic of mental health resources, focusing on their accessibility to both the general population and the BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) communities. We explore various organizations and initiatives dedicated to promoting mental health and dismantling the barriers that impede individuals from seeking help. To begin with, we highlight the National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) and its comprehensive support and education programs. NAMI offers a wide range of resources, including classes, support groups (both in-person and online), mental health communities, online discussion groups, and a thought-provoking podcast that explores mental health challenges and triumphs. Another influential player in the mental health landscape is Mental Health America (MHA), which provides free online screening tools for conditions such as depression, anxiety, postpartum depression, bipolar disorder, and eating disorders. MHA also conducts webinars and hosts the podcast "In the Open," offering valuable insights into mental health awareness and recovery. Inclusive representation and support for BIPOC communities are paramount in this discussion, and we highlight the remarkable efforts of The Mental Health Coalition. We delve into their dedicated resources, including those specifically tailored to BIPOC individuals, which provide a safe and nurturing environment to reclaim cultural roots while addressing mental health concerns. Understanding the unique challenges faced by BIPOC communities, we discuss the Anxiety and Depression Association of America's (ADAA) efforts to bridge the gap by offering community support resources and access to BIPOC therapists. Additionally, we explore the historical significance of Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, which was designated in July 2008 to honor Bebe Moore Campbell, a prominent mental health advocate. Campbell's tireless work shed light on the mental health needs of the Black community and other underrepresented groups. Her legacy serves as a catalyst for fostering safe spaces that connect individuals with shared experiences and cultural backgrounds, granting them access to vital mental health resources and support networks. Throughout the episode, we tackle some of the prevailing challenges faced by BIPOC communities in accessing mental health resources, including stigmas surrounding mental health, experiences of racism, language and cultural differences, a lack of cultural competence in providers, and barriers to access, care, and treatment. Join us for this crucial conversation as we strive to break down barriers, advocate for mental health equality, and promote a compassionate and inclusive approach to mental well-being for everyone, regardless of their cultural background or ethnicity. Together, we can create a more empathetic and supportive mental health landscape for all individuals and BIPOC communities alike. Mental health resources – for all and for the BIPOC communities NAMI – the National Alliance on Mental Health https://nami.org/Support-Education Classes + education Support groups online and in person Mental health communities Online discussion groups Podcast Mental Health America https://mhanational.org/ Free online screening tools Depression Anxiety PPD Bipolar disorder Eating disorders Webinars Podcast “In the Open” The Mental Health Coalition BIPOC resources https://www.thementalhealthcoalition.org/reclaim-your-roots/ https://www.thementalhealthcoalition.org/category/bipoc/ https://www.thementalhealthcoalition.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/BIPOC-MENTAL-HEALTH_45.pdf  Anxiety and Depression Association of America https://adaa.org/ BIPOC community support resources and therapists https://adaa.org/find-help/by-demographics/bipoc-resources

For every person in the world diagnosed with an addiction or mental disorder, there is at least one other person trying to help someone in this condition.  Families are deeply impacted, and these situations can be ripe for misunderstanding, misinformation, and stigma.  Today Cinthia explores how to love well when a loved one struggles with a mental illness or addiction.  She began at the beginning of Luke 10 and explored issues related to boundaries and codependency in several passages leading up to the parable of the Good Samaritan.  She then looked directly at the parable and discussed what he did and did not do to help the wounded man, as well as whether he might have had to respond differently if he had been trying to help his own relative.  Cinthia noted that the Good Samaritan offered simple help, not judging or lecturing, not becoming over-involved, but valuing the wounded man and helping him by giving what he could with appropriate expectations.   Sometimes humans complicate it when God asks us to help others.  Cinthia encouraged self-reminders that kindness is free and can be given to anyone.  Kindness is not validating inappropriate behavior or trying to teach someone how to change, though it can model a different lifestyle.  Kindness does not mean assuming best-friend status and does not leave the recipient owing anything.  It is simply kindness.  Part of how we know whether we are practicing good boundaries is that we are able to give freely without unrealistic expectations; we do not gain identity from helping the person get better or become resentful if the person rejects or disappoints our efforts.  Good boundaries help us not to take everything so personally. If someone close to us struggles with an addiction or mental illness, we generally have two choices:  We can interject ourselves into their situation  or be simply a compassionate observer.  A compassionate observer does not take responsibility for figuring out, fixing, teaching, reforming, etc.  A compassionate observer can be aware of problematic behavior while acknowledging his/her own inability to comprehend all the internal and external factors involved.  A compassionate observer can value another person regardless of his/her behavior but does not give past the point of being able to release expectations his or her own expectations for the results.  A compassionate observer can accept that people's lives are messy and that getting involved in the lives of human beings is a messy business.  A compassionate observer can offer some help, particularly when it is requested, but must have good boundaries when doing so.  Boundaries can be most easily understood as awareness of “where I end and you begin.”  When we do not know where we end, we often become way too involved in the lives of others and end up hating or despising the people we were trying to help when all our attempts to help them change are frustrated or disappointed.  People have problems that aren't solved for lots of reasons, and we don't always know all the reasons.  Without appropriate expectations, we develop compassion fatigue, which leads to resentment.  We can easily overestimate our own ability to understand a given situation.  Sometimes, as we watch a loved one struggle, we say to God, “You could fix this.”  Cinthia reminds us to take a deep breath and remember Who God is.  Remember the cross, the beatings, His entire creation turning against Him.  God knows how humans can be, and He understands factors we cannot know.  He knows what it is like to offer someone help, only to have that person reject it in favor of his/her own best ideas.  He actually does know what is best for us and has the right to have plans for us (something we cannot say about ourselves regarding the people we are trying to help), and He still experiences our resistance and rejection of His offers.  One question to consider in determining what you can give freely in a given situation is how educated you are regarding that situation.  Do you have experience with the relevant issues?  Do you have training?  If you don't, you might seek general education to help guide your attempts (Make sure to use reputable resources, such as the National Institute for Mental Health [NAMI] or the Mayo Clinic.), or you might simply collect names of professionals, etc., to whom you can refer the person when they want help.  This can be helpful, but don't try to be the resource or treatment professional.  Be careful about ruling out options for the person.  For example, sometimes Christians are nervous about the use of psychotropic medications and may even discourage loved ones from using them when prescribed.  Psychiatrist Dr. Harnish notes that the devil uses various weapons to attack us and that, as such, it often makes sense to use a variety of weapons in response.  He describes physical interventions such as medication, emotional ones such as counseling, and spiritual ones such as prayer and Scripture reading as different branches of the military.   He encourages using each of these weapons as needed as a country might use different branches of its military to combat different tactics brought against it. Humility is crucial when dealing with addictions and/or mental illness, whether we are the ones struggling or the ones loving someone else as they struggle.  Just the person struggling must humble himself/herself to accept needed help, the person trying to help must humble himself/herself to accept that the loved one is free to reject his/her help and suggestions.  Sometimes phrasing helps: “I have an idea, and I'm wondering if you'd be interested,” may be a helpful start.  Telling the person all the ways he or she has failed or should have done things differently typically does not help.  When making a suggestion, consider your timing.  Remember that you are not the person's parent (unless you are and that person is a child), lawyer, doctor, or boss; you are not God.  You are a compassionate witness; see and offer help only within appropriate boundaries. Remember not to define people by their disorders.  Don't walk on eggshells.  Let them lead the way.  Help when they ask for help unless such help is not helpful, and then say that you don't feel comfortable doing that.  Keep it simple.  God honors weakness and really values honesty.   Also, remember that most diagnoses have a continuum of severity.  One person with Diagnosis A may experience it very differently than another person with the same diagnosis.  Make sure your own life is working.  Tighten down your own self-care.  This gives you strength to help the person when he or she wants help, as well as to love the person when he or she falls, and it models what good self-management can be like.  Get sleep, rest, recreation, and support.  Consider going to a supportive group such as NIMH, Alanon/Alateen, etc.; go to at least two meetings before you rule it out. Mental illness, addiction, and even recovery are all processes that are easy to “get lost in,” and this is as true for loved ones as for the person who struggles directly with the problem.  Boundaries are hard to maintain in these situations, but they are crucial.  Pray for the person, be a compassionate witness, and “do your side of the street.”

Mat Germain, deep dive analyst of the Tampa Bay Rays visits to give us a breakdown of their ongoing success and what we may expectAre we there yet – heading to Disney World Steadfast & Disciplined team making excellent baseball decisions. Rays have come together organically as a teamYandy Diaz, Wander Franco, Isaac Paredes increased plate disciplineJosh Lowe & Taylor Walls have increased zone awareness thus escalating the number of pitches from their opponentBest year in baseball since building the pyramidsWhat if the Rays win only 50% of their remaining games they will be at 92 winsKyle Monzardo, Ruben Cardenas, Vidal Brujan & Curtis Mead can continue to gain experience in AAAYankees series in Tampa – Rays kept their foot on the gas pedal and will change the whole month of May with that seriesMark had to walk out of the room when Gerrit Cole was pitchingRays Tropicana attendance soared during Yankees seriesRandyLand Rays Marketing team steps upYankees dependent on a happy Gerrit Cole & need to build up team with players like Volpe & CabreraCleavinger out for the season. Keep your eye on up and coming Joe LaSorsaInjuries and Tommy John's how the Rays have dealt with it.What to do with Brandon Lowe situation – move up Josh Lowe in the lineupAL East is a Beast           Divsions are antiquated. Just break it down to 2 Leagues. What happens with the rivalriesPat Williams of the Orlando Magic is ready to bring Major League or Baseball to Orlando. Will they have local support? How will that impact the Marlins, the Rays and the TV markets?Are most Tampa politicians Yankees fans. St. Pete has the most to offer the Rays and the communityCould the new Rays “Trop” arena follow the Montreal Olympic Stadium model with a translucent roof? Maybe follow the Rangers with that industrial military hangar look. Projections for the upcoming Baltimore and Yankees road trip.Mark's Pithy Party – jabs MLB Network broadcaster for not knowing how to correctly say Wander (Frahn-co) Franco's name not to mention calling Shane McClanahan, Shane McClellan. Come on guys, Wake Up. Give a little respect to these players.Big Picture for the Rays – 104 winsSlow start in Charleston & Bowling Green. Will there be a larger focus on pitching or batsGetting ready for the DraftBe on the lookout for Chandler Simpson in the Rays future Love letter to the Rays front office:  “Please for the love of Pete, go get major impact pieces please.”Minor Leagues are where it is at. Just ask Kevin Kiermaier who climbed up through the minors and then spent 10 years with the RaysFollow Mat Germain  on Twitter @Mat_Germain_  BaseballBiz can be found on iheartradio, Stitcher, Apple, Spotify and at https://www.baseballbizondeck.comFor more information on the museum visit https://www.tampabaseballmuseum.org/For more information on Mental Health you may reach out to the National Alliance of Mental Health (NAMI)

My guest today is Patty Murray - just to be clear, that is ‘Patty Murray, the sister' - not ‘Patty Murray the senator!' Patty is a musician, songwriter and mental health advocate extraordinaire. Even though Patty doesn't have a social work license, she has the heart and soul of social worker, having compassionately championed her sister's medical and mental health care for nearly 40 years. As a free lance musician, Patty has brought her music and joyful spirit to clubs, recording studios, and facilities for those we deem ‘marginalized'. She cares deeply about valuing the worth and dignity of everyone she meets. Patty knows intimately how vital it is to change our perception, resources, access to resources, treatment, research, policy, culture and legislation, regarding mental health. I am honored to call this compassionate, courageous, joyful human my friend. Check out the links below for Patty's website and her social media platforms as well as her 4 part web series “Special Kind of Wrong”. Enjoy the podcast! Links: FB: @pattymurraymusic IG: @pattymurraynyc Twitter: @pattymurraynyc www.pattymurrayband.com www.specialkindofwrong.com Ad for Charles Booker of Kentucky National Alliance on Mental Health - NAMI

World Mental Health Day is October 10th according to the World Health Organization. In honor of that, we dedicated this week's episode to mental health struggles through the lens of grief. For those of us who experience mental health struggles, we know how it feels to live in an unequal world. There is often a stigma and shame when it comes to mental illnesses. This episode is our attempt to normalize talking about the hard stuff. In this episode, we cover how grief changed our journey with mental health, how COVID-19 impacted mental health, derealization & depersonalization, and struggling with anxiety & depression. Lastly, we talk about the difference between suicidal ideation and thoughts and speak from the heart about wanting to end the pain. Our goal is to normalize asking for help, going to therapy, having bad days (not everyday can be great), showing emotions, taking a break/not pushing your limits, not being ok (knowing it'll pass or come in waves), speaking up and telling people about your grief/depression/suicidal thoughts. Resources: If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts please call the Suicide and Crisis line 988 OR 1-800-273-8255 is the phone number for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. You can also text “TALK” to the Crisis Text Line at 741741, a trained crisis counselor will receive it and respond within minutes. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Call 1-800-273-8255. The Crisis Text Line: Text “TALK” 741741 Nonprofits: LGBTQ resource The Trevor Project, National Alliance for Mental Health (NAMI), The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, International Association for Suicide Prevention - IASP Health Care providers can be found through your primary care physician, employee assistance or school (many universities offer free mental health care) Apps such as Better Help, Talkspace, Cerebral, etc. Podcasts Therapy Thoughts with Tiffany Roe Let's Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin Click the link below for more Grief Uncensored resources including our Facebook group for other young adults grieving a significant loss: https://linktr.ee/griefuncensoredpodcast --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/grief-uncensored-podcast/support

News and More: Molalla Mayor Scott Keyser claims he was acting in self-defense when he aimed a gun at a driver on the Molalla Buckeroo grounds Saturday night. Governor Brown asks for a federal disaster declaration for Oregon's wildfires. Canby Conversation: We sit down with the Canby Police Department's new behavioral health specialist, Brandon Leonard, a former police officer and certified mental health professional. He tells us what he does, why he does it — and why it's so important. Clackamas County Crisis Line: 503-655-8585, clackamas.us/behavioralhealth/services.html National Alliance for Mental Health (NAMI): 503-344-8600, namicc.org Clackamas Women's Services/A Safe Place Justice Center: 503-654-2288, asafeplacefjc.org  To Reach Brandon: 503-655-8211, leonardb@canbypolice.com  This Week's Sponsors: DirectLink, Canby Independence Day, The Book Nook, Mason for Oregon, Wild Hare Saloon, Canby Foursquare Church, Odd Moe's Pizza, The Odd Pod, Reif & Hunsaker P.C., Fobtoberfest Please support our show! To listen without ads, and ensure we can continue to bring you important news and amazing stories you can't get anywhere else, join Canby Now Plus today! For details, visit patreon.com/canbynowpod.

2020 was a rough year for everyone. Unfortunately, it wasn't the first rough year I've had. Starting in 2018, I feared I had developed social anxiety following the parkland shooting early that year. Then comes 2020 and the unfortunate reminder that police brutality is alive and well reigniting that anxiety. In this week's episode of the Untitled Podcast (and the last one of season two at that!) I discuss my mental health following these events. Although it sucks to end this season on kind of a sad note, I hope that my experiences help you feel a little less alone if you've experienced something similar :)) Please, if you are going through something don't hesitate to reach out for help. I've noted the National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's (SAMHSA) numbers below! Thank you all again for a great season and do enjoy this episode!! NAMI hotline: (800) 950-6264 SAMHSA hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crystal-marshall9/support

1 in 7 women will be diagnosed with a PMAD condition, and only 20% of women will receive treatment. Mikah Goldman Berg joins us to talk about Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADS). This critical content is not to be missed. Hear MIkah's story and how to get help. She shares so much wisdom, passion, and vulnerability; we couldn't be more grateful. Women's Health is close to Rachel's heart. Liste in for this rich conversation. Stay in touch with Mikah: @mikahrebekah on Instagram; DM her and let her know this conversation made a difference. She is available for support if you need it. SPECIAL EVENT: UnscRxipted PMADS Online Gathering Join us on Saturday, May 7, 2022, at 11 AM EST. This event is for anyone currently experiencing a perinatal mood or anxiety complication, anyone who previously experienced this, anyone who has a loved one who has or is suffering from this complication, or anyone who is concerned about their future perinatal mental health. REGISTER TO ATTEND: rachelbrumberger.com/register Resources: Postpartum Support International (PSI): https://www.postpartum.net/ Helpline call or text HELP 800.944.4773 Spanish Speakers 971.203.7773 National Suicide Prevention: 800.273.8255 National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI): https://www.nami.org Helpline (Mon-Fri 10AM - 10PM) 800.950.6264 Text HELP to 741-741m and there is text crisis support via text #988 is supposed to be live on July 16, 2022 (Mental Health Emergency Line) Mom Genes Fight PPD: University of North Carolina Chapel Hill study trying to find a cure to PPD. You can participate by donating your saliva in a spit tube; they will study your genes. There is an app to download and they ask some preliminary and follow-up questions They're looking for at least 100,000 moms. It's a really easy way to help the community! Instagram @momgenesfightppd Books: Postpartum Depression and Anxiety: A Self-Help Guide for Mothers by Pacific Postpartum Support Society, February 2014: Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts by Karen Kleinman *This is a great resource, and the cartoon examples can be triggering.* Dear Scarlet by Teresa Wong This Isn't What I Expected by Karen Kleinman The Pregnancy and Postpartum Anxiety Workbook The Postpartum Husband: Practical Solutions for Living with Postpartum Depression *This is helpful for partners of moms suffering from a PMAD* -- Don't forget your FREEBIES on Rachel's website; visit rachelbrumberger.com/free. Join the Facebook UnscRxipted Insiders for exclusive content. We want to see you in the club; it's free to join! Follow Rachel @reallyrachelb. More about Rachel at rachelbrumberger.com. If you have a moment to spare, please rate and review UnscRxipted so that we can get this medicine into everyone's back pocket. Follow UnscRxipted to enjoy every fresh episode every Monday!

AdaTV was born out of the concept that over consumption can lead to harmful outcomes, and sometimes even our own demise. Mental health, specifically addiction, has touched each of our lives on the dev team. Due to the personal connection to this project, we pledge 10% of the proceeds from the mint to the National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI). We wanted a way to personify the one thing we all can relate to being addicted to- television! Bringing the greatest movie characters to life through a Nascent Frequency Transference, a mysterious alien communication has hit our airwaves here on earth. So far what we know is they are dangerous and unpredictable. Stay tuned- we will keep you updated as the story develops! MEET THE TEAM: Dundrum Heya, I'm Jeff! Art is my everything, and has helped me through the good, and bad times. So as I grew up it was only right to find a job that utilized that skill. I currently am 22 years in to a tattooing career, that has lead me across the United States finding canvases to draw on! Ended up back in Indiana, and now am co-owner of a tattoo studio, where I get to relax and enjoy making art. Mental health has always held a weight over my head though, keeping me from reaching my true potential. In trying to combat my depression, and anxiety, I have found some peace in the "Good Mornings!" in the discords of the CNFT community.. and found myself wanting to share my art, and passion with everyone else in hopes it can help them find a smile! 60feetunder Welcome to AdaTV! My name is Stephen, and I am a full time Financial Advisor for one of the largest investment firms in the US. One of my passions is writing, and I've been crafting stories for the past few decades. I love building our community and meeting so many incredible people in the CNFT space! I am a part of many other projects and have seen the failures and successes they have achieved, and I plan to not make the same mistakes they have! Mental health is also very important to me- many of my family members struggle with different mental health issues, and addiction has plighted some of them to the point of losing everything and ending up in jail. I've also known a few people who have lost their battle to depression by taking their own life. I want our project to be fun, engaging, and educational, but most importantly we want to make a difference. Time Wasted What's going on everyone! Names Justin, I'm the Developer, Social Media man and Co-Founder of ADA Tv! During the week I work construction and have self-taught myself coding in my free time from web development to NFT Metadata and Generation. Being able to create a project to engage our community and support NAMI, an organization for mental illness seemed like a no brainer!! I believe everyone on this planet has been affected in one way, shape or form by someone that struggled, or maybe struggling themselves with Mental Illness. The team at ADA Tv is dedicated to making a positive change in this aspect! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

There is a lot of craptastical thinking about therapy. Everything from religion is therapy to “put this device on your wrist and use our app and bingo-bango, you are cured.   Fear and confusion running amuck, and that is mainly from the people who don't have the medical form of an anxiety condition or disorder giving advice.   An episode or so ago I wrote about the treatment option of medication. The choice and responsibility of using it or not using medication.   In this episode a look at what is therapy and some of the resources available.  Resources Mentioned:  Mental Health America article on What is Therapy? Description of the process, list some of the types of therapy and things to consider when seeking a therapist.    U.S. National Institute of Mental Health page on Psychotherapy, brief description of therapy process and listing of type of therapy options. National Alliance of Mental Health (NAMI) also has a post on therapy options.    Helpguide.org on Finding a Therapist Who Can Help You Heal with sound advice about selecting a therapist.    If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Disclaimer:  Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements.  Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

This weeks STP is slightly different. We initially reached out to Denise because of her article 'I Thought I Understood My Daughter's Mental Illness, But I Had No Idea' from the, US based, National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI). You can read the article here... I Thought I Understood My Daughter's Mental Illness, But I Had No Idea | NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness. On many levels the interview became a free-flowing discussion about caring for a person with Mental Illness whilst having been diagnosed with Mental Illness yourself. Poignant and heartfelt, Denise's story is in turn heartbreaking and funny, but always told with the compassion and wisdom of a brave Mum doing her best. #PTSD #MentalIllness #Mentalhealth #Shattered #fun #speakupforlee #Ruokay #lifeline #help #suicide #life #soldieron #mateformates #ptsd #ptsdawareness #veterans #veteransupport #VeteransLivesMatter #veteranshelpingveterans #selfharm #cutting #mieact

The COVID-19 pandemic rages on, exposing huge gaps in America's vulnerable healthcare system, posing life-or-death questions that tear at our collective subconsciousness.There's also the constant drumbeat of headline news: vaccination mandates versus personal freedom, for example. Are two shots sufficient, or are three better? Should young children be vaccinated or not? With staff shortages and the rationing of care, who gets an inpatient bed and who doesn't?Today, as never before, mental stress is the new norm. And with the pandemic pandemonium comes the annual National Mental Health Awareness Week, sponsored by the National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI). At this intersection is the tragic reality that millions of Americans are living with some form of mental health condition.Reporting on mental health during the next edition of Talk Ten Tuesdays will be Dr. H. Steven Moffic, an award-winning author who is considered by many to be among America's most prominent psychiatrists.The live broadcast will also feature these other segments:The Coding Report: In keeping with the broadcast's theme, Laurie Johnson will report on the new psychiatric codes for fiscal year 2022.Tuesday Focus: Author and consultant Ellen Fink-Samnick will return to the broadcast to report on workplace trauma, noting how trauma has gripped the national workforce, with an intense collective induced stress felt by professionals, patients, and then experienced by frontline practitioners.RegWatch: Stanley Nachimson, former Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) career professional-turned-well-known healthcare IT authority, will report on the latest regulatory news coming out of Washington, D.C.News Desk: Timothy Powell, compliance expert and ICD10monitor national correspondent, will anchor the Talk Ten Tuesdays News Desk.TalkBack: Erica Remer, MD, founder and president of Erica Remer, MD, Inc., and Talk Ten Tuesdays co-host, will report on a subject that has caught her attention during her popular segment.

In this episode we take a deep dive into the relationship I shared with my best friend Brie. Trigger warning- discussion about suicide is briefly mentioned. You get to learn about our friendship and why it meant so much to me. You also get insight into why creating this podcast was so important to me. Links below are for those who need help or assistance and/or for those who want to learn more. National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) — https://www.nami.org/Home and National Suicide Prevention Lifeline — 800-273-8255.

Welcome to Mental Health Awareness Month 2021.  We are celebrating awesome people by sharing their mental health tips.   Please visit the National Alliance on Mental Health's Personal Stories website for more real stories from around the world.  #NotAlone #MentalHealthMonth #MHM

Welcome to Mental Health Awareness Month 2021.  We are celebrating awesome people by sharing their mental health tips.   Please visit the National Alliance on Mental Health’s Personal Stories website for more real stories from around the world.  #NotAlone #MentalHealthMonth #MHM

Welcome to Mental Health Awareness Month 2021.  We are celebrating awesome people by sharing their mental health tips.   Please visit the National Alliance on Mental Health’s Personal Stories website for more real stories from around the world.  #NotAlone #MentalHealthMonth #MHM

Welcome to Mental Health Awareness Month 2021.  We are celebrating awesome people by sharing their mental health tips.   Please visit the National Alliance on Mental Health’s Personal Stories website for more real stories from around the world.  #NotAlone #MentalHealthMonth #MHM

Welcome to Mental Health Awareness Month 2021.  We are celebrating awesome people by sharing their mental health tips.   Please visit the National Alliance on Mental Health’s Personal Stories website for more real stories from around the world.  ##NotAlone #MentalHealthMonth #MHM

Welcome to Mental Health Awareness Month 2021.  We are celebrating awesome people by sharing their mental health tips.   Please visit the National Alliance on Mental Health’s Personal Stories website for more real stories from around the world.  ##NotAlone #MentalHealthMonth #MHM

Welcome to Mental Health Awareness Month 2021.  We are celebrating awesome people by sharing their mental health tips.   Please visit the National Alliance on Mental Health’s Personal Stories website for more real stories from around the world.  ##NotAlone #MentalHealthMonth #MHM

Welcome to Mental Health Awareness Month 2021.  We are celebrating awesome people by sharing their mental health tips.   Please visit the National Alliance on Mental Health’s Personal Stories website for more real stories from around the world.  ##NotAlone #MentalHealthMonth #MHM

Welcome to Mental Health Awareness Month 2021.  We are celebrating awesome people by sharing their mental health tips.     Please visit the National Alliance on Mental Health’s Personal Stories website for more real stories from around the world.  ##NotAlone #MentalHealthMonth #MHM Today's Guest: Alina Grenier Arellano:) ◼️Instagram:@alegoriagame Connect with us! ◼️Website: www.bluehalofilms.com◼️Instagram:@seanstevebloch Resources ◼️National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI)  ◼️Personal Stories of Mental Health ----Subscribe to Podcast◼️ITUNES

Welcome to Mental Health Awareness Month 2021.  We are celebrating awesome people by sharing their mental health tips.   Please visit the National Alliance on Mental Health’s Personal Stories website for more real stories from around the world.  ##NotAlone #MentalHealthMonth #MHM Today's Guest: Heather Parady ◼️Instagram:@HeatherParady Connect with us! ◼️Website: www.bluehalofilms.com◼️Instagram:@seanstevebloch Resources ◼️National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI)  ◼️Personal Stories of Mental Health ----Subscribe to Podcast◼️ITUNES

Welcome to Mental Health Awareness Month 2021.  We are celebrating awesome people by sharing their mental health tips.   Please visit the National Alliance on Mental Health’s Personal Stories website for more real stories from around the world.  #NotAlone #MentalHealthMonth #MHM Today's Guest: Steven Ngo ◼️Instagram:@stevennogo Connect with us! ◼️Website: www.bluehalofilms.com◼️Instagram:@seanstevebloch Resources ◼️National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI)  ◼️Personal Stories of Mental Health ----Subscribe to Podcast◼️ITUNES

Welcome to Mental Health Awareness Month 2021.  We are celebrating awesome people by sharing their mental health tips.   Please visit the National Alliance on Mental Health’s Personal Stories website for more real stories from around the world.  ##NotAlone #MentalHealthMonth #MHM Today's Guest: Keeya Steel ◼️Instagram:@hellsbellsandmastcells Connect with us! ◼️Website: www.bluehalofilms.com◼️Instagram:@seanstevebloch Resources ◼️National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI)  ◼️Personal Stories of Mental Health ----Subscribe to Podcast◼️ITUNES

If your symptoms or your condition plays havoc with your ability to function you have a problem.   It does help to know. Truth is, It doesn't matter how it got started.   How you are going to handle it or get it treated is your decision. In this episode, a look at some but not all of the causes of an anxiety disorder.    Knowing what you have can take the stink out of it.    Just a heads up, there is a ADAA.org free webinar on How to Overcome COVID Re-entry Anxiety. Just because you got vaxed doesn’t mean that there aren’t going to be issues. Link in the Resources section.   If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned:  From ADAA.org, a free May 7, 2021 webinar on How To Overcome COVID Re-entry Anxiety    ADAA.org also has a YouTube channel to catch up on prior webinars and topics of interest.   From the U.S. Office of Women's Health information page on Anxiety Disorders.    National Alliance of Mental Health (NAMI) description page on some of the various types of anxiety disorders, symptoms and treatment options.    Nationals Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) has downloadable booklets about specific anxiety conditions. Disclaimer:  Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements.  Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

*Disclaimer* This episode discusses mental illnesses, substance abuse and suicide. Please take precaution before listening and if you or someone you know is seeking help for mental health concerns, visit the National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) website, or call 1-800-950-NAMI(6264). For confidential treatment referrals, visit the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) website, or call the National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP(4357). In an emergency, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK(8255) or call 911.

Adrienne Augustus, MPA has a unique, super valuable point of view on BIPOC mental health as a Black woman working at the intersections of mental health, corporate communications and media relations, and policing. Adrienne is a mental health advocate and the founder of A Beautiful Mind Foundation Inc., a grantmaking charity dedicated to funding culturally competent mental health services for communities of color. Adrienne began her professional career as an Emmy-nominated investigative television news journalist. In 2008, she left the industry and transitioned to public relations and corporate communications, but in 2016 she left the private sector to work in the public sector. In addition to creating and running A Beautiful Mind Foundation, Adrienne recently stepped into a new role as the Media Relations/Mental Health Programs Manager for the City of Hyattsville Police Department in Maryland. Adrienne holds a BA in journalism from the University of Maryland, College Park and a Master of Public Administration from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.   During our conversation on how coaches (and HR, training, and business leaders) can support mental health, particularly for BIPOC clients, Adrienne and I discuss:   Her “wake-up call” – that BIPOC mental health was not only an important topic to discuss but also her work to do and speak up about in the world What a lot of coaches and business leaders get wrong about mental health and mental illness How Adrienne’s dual roles (running a foundation that empowers people of color with mental illness and leading mental health and communication/media relations programs for a police department) have deepened her understanding of mental illness What “defunding the police” really means – and why it supports the mental health of police officers AND community members with mental illness Recommendations for coaches, consultants, HR professionals, trainers, and business leaders who want to support their clients’ and employees’ mental health Resources Mentioned in This Episode Learn more about (and make a donation to) Adrienne Augustus’ A Beautiful Mind Foundation Follow A Beautiful Mind Foundation on Instagram Get mental health support, discover resources, and find local groups on the National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) website Learn more about Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training for police departments Build your anti-racist mindset and skills in The Adaway Group’s Whiteness at Work Please leave a review and subscribe to Moxielicious via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, or Spotify, so you never miss an episode!

Friend pour a drink, we need to talk. In the season three premier, Kira takes to the microphone solo to talk about living a purpose filled life and the impact of being a change agent. With a mind soundtrack of Knuckle If You Buck, Kira explains why she is a coffee bean; and how being an empathic bipolar is a large weight to carry. She discuss the importance of self acceptance and being honest with yourself. Kira express the importance of being an example for her children and the importance of creating a positive experience with the people you encounter. She explains why autumn is her favorite season and the importance of shedding old things. Season three will teach you how to mind your business, evaluate balance in your life, alopecia, incarcerations, the lose of a child, abuse, LGBTQIA, minimizing childhood traumas, love, dating, sex, and intimacy. If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis, please contact: National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) 1-800-950-NAMI, or text NAMI to 741741. National Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-800-273-8255 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/momsandmartinis/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/momsandmartinis/support

In this very personal episode, in recognition of World Mental Health Day, Erica has a raw and open conversation with her sister, Stacie Hansen, about what it was like for Stacie to have a little sister with depression that went untreated for all of her childhood and young adulthood. They talk about many things for the first time and put their emotions and thoughts on the table to share. Ultimately, this is a story about their journey through it as sisters. You may find more information about World Mental Health Day on WHO’s website. Information for the National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) may be found here. Stacie may be found on Facebook. Erica is on Facebook and Instagram. You can learn more about the Defining You podcast and host Erica Hansen, at DefiningYou or at Life Integrated Coaching.

National Alliance on Mental Illness Babu Mathew is the President on the Board of Directors at NAMIColorado. He grew up in India. Before moving to the U.S.A. in1994, he had over 2 decades of experience in Sales &Marketing in the Printing & Graphic Arts Industry in India. Hislife would change forever back in 2010, when his daughterwas diagnosed of Anxiety & Depression. He had beenintimately involved in supporting her journey and her path towellness, ever since. During 2013-14, he had collaborated withthe support groups of Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance(DBSA). Babu found “a home” in NAMI in 2015 and ever since,has been a part of the local NAMI Family Support group. Heand his wife have taken the NAMI Family-to-Family training.Babu is a certified Teacher for the NAMI Family-to-Family &Family and Friends programs and has taken the Mental HealthFirst Aid training, as well. For 2 years from 2014, he led aRefugee Mentoring Project from his Church in collaborationwith Lutheran Family Services & Denver Rescue Mission. Hehas been a member of the Interfaith Network on MentalIllness (INMI) from 2015 and is very passionate aboutpromoting mental health awareness and support to interfaithand the South Asian communities. Babu lives in Morrison, COwith his wife of 38 years. He loves to spend quality time withhis only daughter and son-in-law (who are trained “NAMI InOur Own Voice” presenters) & “grand puppy, LEVI”, who withhis energy and unconditional love, is a tremendous source ofjoy, peace & HEALING!www.namicolorado.orgMake sure to Stay Connected with Rob during the week via any of the below social media platforms:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RobLohmanLiftedFromTheRut/ Twitter: @RobLohmanInstagram: @roblohmanliftedfromtherut LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertlohman/YouTube: Rob Lohman BroadcastsWebsite: www.liftedfromtherut.comPhone: 970-331-4469Email: rob@liftedFromTheRut.com

According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting over 40 million adults age 18 and older. That's over 18.1% of the population. And that's without virtual schooling and a pandemic at our doors. The good news is, you are not alone. In this episode we pull back the covers on our own relationship with anxiety, and mental health. We are sharing how it has impacted us and more importantly, how we cope. Through our stories we hope to pass the baton of awareness (and available resources) to others.If you or someone is battling mental health issues, please reach out to The National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) at www.nami.org

In this episode, @TCC_Laura talks with Kevin Fischer, Executive Director at @namiofmiAND Paris Simpson, President of @NAMIMetro – about the National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI). https://bit.ly/1234567 #TCCRealTalk #Detroit #podcast Don’t forget to subscribe! PLS Share

Thanks for tuning in to the next episode of the Early Accountability Podcast! On this episode, Kimi continues the conversation we began last week by providing more practical tips for handling the uncertain times in our world right now, particularly regarding COVID-19. Perhaps you have even experienced drastic changes in your lifestyle, school, or work schedule just since last week because of how quickly the virus is evolving and spreading across the U.S. and the world. It is understandable that this turbulence could lead to anxiety, fear, and stress, but there are some simple ways to keep your head above water. 1. Don’t believe everything you hear – Monitor your consumption of television and social media during these times and try to find the balance of staying informed without getting overwhelmed. Read articles written by reputable sources rather than relying on what your friends are saying they have heard. 2. Social support doesn’t mean social isolation – Even in this time of social distancing and self-quarantine, we have so many technological tools at our fingertips that it is easier than ever to keep in touch with others. In fact, you likely find yourself with more time available to reach out and have those conversations, so be intentional about connecting with loved ones. 3. Take advantage of telehealth services and mental health hotlines – Just because you can’t physically go to your health provider’s office does not mean that you can’t get help for physical or mental health issues. Contact your doctor’s office to see what kind of telehealth services they provide and do not hesitate to reach out via mental health hotlines if you find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, or excessive stress in the midst of this coronavirus crisis. We have provided specific resources below. Topics Covered in this Episode: • Keeping calm during uncertain times • Coronavirus • Fighting fear with facts • Mindfulness and staying grounded Links: • If you're going through some tough or confusing times, reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline '1-800-273-TALK (8255)' • Lifeline Crisis Chat http://www.contact-usa.org/chat.html • In the US text 741741 to speak with a Crisis Counselor at Crisis Text Line https://www.crisistextline.org/texting-in • IMAlive crisis support chat https://www.imalive.org Relevant Agencies: • National Institute on Mental Health (NIMH): https://www.nimh.nih.gov/index.shtml • Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): https://www.cdc.gov • Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMSHA): https://www.samhsa.gov • National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) https://www.nami.org Relevant Articles: • NIMH article on Coping With Coronavirus: Managing Stress, Fear, and Anxiety: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/about/director/messages/2020/coping-with-coronavirus-managing-stress-fear-and-anxiety.shtml • The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has a webpage with information on dealing with fear, anxiety, and stress brought on by the coronavirus pandemic. • CDC information on Coping with a Disaster or Traumatic Event https://emergency.cdc.gov/coping/index.asp • NAMI Coronavirus Information and resources https://www.nami.org/getattachment/Press-Media/Press-Releases/2020/COVID-19-and-Mental-Illness-NAMI-Releases-Importan/COVID-19-Updated-Guide-1.pdf?lang=en-US Connect with Kimi: http://www.kimiwalker.com/ https://web.facebook.com/kimiwalker https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimiwalker https://www.youtube.com/user/KimiFitWell

This is the latest episode of SHERAPY: Real Therapy With Sherry Amatenstein. It’s a very intense episode about a woman called “Paige” who has endured a trauma-filled background that has left her with PTSD and conversion disorder. There is much to relate to for all of us. Nearly 13 years after hanging out my shingle, I still feel immensely privileged to be a psychotherapist, to be allowed to witness and hold my clients’ pain, fears, and pockets of deepest insecurities. When they feel safe enough to admit their most ‘shameful’ secret, my heart swells with pride. Expecting me to be repelled, perhaps to the point of ending our work together, they are shocked when instead I react with sorrow, saying, “You did something you regret. That doesn’t make you evil, just human.” With a whoosh they exhale eons of shame, shedding an albatross that has perhaps defined their life.One inspiration for Sherapy is Esther Perel’s fabulous Audible podcast: “Where Shall We Begin?” Each episode is a one-time only therapy session with a couple.Each episode of Sherapy is a therapy session with an individual. None of the participants are my private patients. On Sherapy they can receive complimentary therapy and remain anonymous.Perhaps the most potent inspiration for Sherapy is to de-mystify and de-stigmatize psychotherapy. Too many people in distress still suffer silently. The National Institute of Mental Health (NAMI) estimates nearly one in five people suffer from some sort of mental illness, yet only half of those seek help. Indeed, from 1999 to 2017 there was a 33% increase in suicides!We need light on this, not shame and silence.Through my work I have seen the commonalities in humans: our relationship role models are our parents; we are waaay too influenced by our assumptions of what other people think about us; our egos are often fragile as Kleenex; we think everyone else has the ‘secret’ to being happy and are ashamed (there’s the shame thing again!) at feeling jealousy, anger, and other negative emotions. But mostly our negativity is aimed our ourselves.Just about my favorite thing is helping patients learn to help themselves. If you know anyone who might be interested in being Sherapized, please have him or her email me. If you are interested in writing about the podcast, please email me as well!Thanks so much!!!Sherry Amatenstein LCSWhowdoesthatmakeyoufeelbook.commarriedfaq.com

I had a raw, personal, and honest conversation with Robbie Millward about mental health, suicidal ideation, self-harm and how he struggled with these things in his life, and what he’s done to overcome them.  Robbie is a military veteran and now serves on the Board of Directors for NAMI in New Hampshire where he has taken part in drafting materials that guide how New Hampshire’s state level first responders handle mental health crisis situations.  Robbie has overcome a lot with respect to his own mental health and he has used that as a platform to help others.  I was moved by Robbie’s story of his experience with thoughts of self-harm, how he has gotten help and the action plan he has in place to prevent any future self-harm.  He also shares about how his daughter has struggled with these thoughts as well and how he has worked with his daughter to overcome those struggles.  We go into detail on how to develop an action plan, what to look for and how to respond when a loved one is struggling with suicidal ideation or thoughts of self-harm. You can connect with Robbie here: LinkedIn, Twitter, Website, Video of Robbie Telling His Story SOME OF THE THINGS WE TALKED ABOUT: Robbie shares about his mental health journey from the time of his childhood, and how some of the things he struggled with as a child evolved into mental health struggles later in life.  He shares about how he was misdiagnosed with a personality disorder in the military, and it wasn’t until after several more years of struggling and an anxiety attack at work, that required hospitalization, that he was appropriately diagnosed with severe depression, anxiety and PTSD. After a while, he thought he was good, so he relaxed on taking medication and seeing his therapist.  He began to rely on self-medication which led him back to the hospital in a severe episode of depression. One weekend, he went to go snowboarding and got a call that his 14-year-old daughter was in the school counselor’s office struggling with thoughts of self-harm.  Robbie raced to get to her and when he did get there, he spent time sharing all his struggles with the same thoughts and problems in his life which seemed to have a profound impact. We talked in detail about how both he, and his daughter have developed written action plans for times when they are struggling with thoughts of self-harm.  These plans include daily action items such as checking in with a specific handful of people, daily actions and fail-safes for days when he doesn’t check in with those people. Robbie walks us through his safety plan as an example of what one looks like. We talked about the signs to look for as a parent to know when your child is struggling with self-harm, or suicidal ideation as well as what to do about it when you do see those signs. I asked Robbie where people can go to get help with building a safety plan or finding community support around ideas of self-harm and suicide.  He emphasized that the National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) has free resources available online and in most communities that can help. If you are in a state of distress or emergency and need to talk to someone, never hesitate to call the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 Connect with the Stigma Podcast in the following ways: Website, Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Email Connect with host Stephen Hays here: Stephen Hays Personal Website, Twitter, LinkedIn,  What If Ventures (Mental Health Venture Fund)

TRACE is a Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter who was made to create music.   Growing up in Orange County, California, the daughter of Carol Kim (known as "the Tina Turner of Vietnam"), TRACE never planned to follow her mother's footsteps and pursue a career in music. She picked up an acoustic guitar for the first time as a teenager, but didn't begin writing songs until her freshman year of college. TRACE found her voice in writing songs, and since then, music has become a personal calling that she hasn't turned away from.   In 2016, TRACE brought her first EP, Low, to life through a Kickstarter campaign. The 4-track project earned her comparisons to the “west-coast cool of Lana Del Rey” and the “R&B-kissed ruminations of James Blake,” as well as over 20M streams and her first record deal.   In early 2018 TRACE made her Ultra Records debut with 3 singles and a partnership with the California chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) to raise awareness on anxiety in the entertainment industry.   TRACE is set to release her next single August 9th. The song will be the third track off her sophomore EP, expected late summer/early fall of 2019.   With over 55 million streams across her catalog, and press support from Refinery 29, Teen Vogue, NYLON, Forbes, Milk, HypeBeast, C-Heads Magazine, The Line of Best Fit and  L'Officiel it's clear that TRACE is a voice you can't ignore.   For the full show notes, visit: http://www.theupandcomersshow.com/trace

Episode #5: In this STATE OF MIND episode Debra Sloss, LMFT is joined by peer & NAMI educator Hugh McCormick and parent & NAMI educator Emily Chapman to talk about mental health recovery and the support, education and advocacy programs the National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) has to offer to those with mental illness, family members and loved ones. Hugh shares his harrowing story of how his life as a college student was derailed by mental illness and how he finds his way to recovery and back to a life he loves living.

I'm will be squeezing in some vacation time so I'm looking at maybe every other week or at least two a month. Need to re-jigger the podcast and catch some relaxation time. In this episode, a look at how to chill out some of your symptoms, a resource guide for anxiety and auditory percussive dreaming. Resources Mentioned:   Robert Consulmagno sets world record in standing abs roll out as he deals with PTSD and Bipolar Disorder. There is another blog post from the VA about using Ju-Jitsu to tap into his energies.  For active duty and vets you can check out the Real Warriors page on anxiety conditions and resources.  National Alliance of Mental Health (NAMI) page on substance addiction and mental health issues.  NAMI also has a page specifically on mental health issues for active duty and veterans mental health concerns. New Hampshire Public Radio's Rewind has an 2010 encore episode on the changes in mental health treatment; the switch from talking and working out treatment plans to medication.  American Sleep Association page on Hallucinations and Sleep Paralysis, then there is a separate page on Sleep Paralysis and the auditory version. Tips to Manage Your Stress and Anxiety from ADAA.org 10 Minute Walking Mindful Walking Practice from Mindful.org Harvard Health Publications has a $20 guide on Coping with Anxiety and Stress Disorders. It is from the Harvard Medical School and before purchasing you can check out the table of contents and read from a passage in the book.   Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. 

This service was presented on July 10, 2014 by the Unity Temple Mental Health Awareness Team (MyHAT). Members of the team who offered their reflections here are, in order, LeeLee Ward, Aaron Grace, and John Tandarich. The Co-Chairs of MyHAT are Bonnie Jordan and Janet Holden. Other members of the MyHAT Planning Team are Joan Greene, Joan Vanderbeck, Alice Ocrey,  Beth Fisher, Lurana Brown and Kimberly Knake. MyHAT's mission is to welcome people living with mental illness and those who care about them, creating a community of acknowledgement, acceptance and understanding.  We do this through education, co-sponsoring activities with the local affiliate of the National Alliance for Mental Health (NAMI), and being present at coffee hour once a month. One of our major initiatives is our Anti Stigma Campaign/  By signing our Interest List at coffee hour or by contacting us, you will periodically receive information about mental illness that has appeared in the media. It is educational and timely as well as being a barometer of how mental health is being presented to the public. We ask, if you can, to respond to the creators of the stories/broadcasts, either in a positive or negative way as appropriate, to support or correct the information that is being put out by the media. The team can be contacted at myhat@unitytemple.org. The theme for July is how to take a path of growth. To read about our theme-based ministry, please visit http://www.unitytemple.org/faith-development/soul-connections on our website.