Mental Health

Every August 26th, we celebrate Women’s Equality Day, commemorating the certification of the 19th Amendment, which granted women the right to vote. While this day marks a historic victory, it also serves as a powerful reminder of the ongoing fight for true equality in all aspects of life—including access to safe and effective behavioral healthcare. […]

In our modern and interconnected world, loneliness may seem like an unlikely concern. With social media, video calls, and instant messaging, we have more ways than ever to connect with others. However, beneath the illusion of apparent connectivity, an alarming number of individuals worldwide experience profound feelings of loneliness, which can have a severe impact

Many people from minority communities face significant barriers to accessing mental health care and support, which can have serious consequences such as higher rates of untreated mental health issues, increased risk for suicide, and a lower quality of life. Despite the prevalence of mental health issues in these communities, there is still a lack of

During National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month – and every month – let’s unite to support and empower historically underrepresented communities in their mental health and substance use disorder journeys. In this blog, we’ll explore Native American and Alaska Native mental health – and learn how we can work together to eliminate disparities and stigmas

Uncovering the Facts – and Myths – About PTSD Fireworks spark happiness for most people, evoking fond memories like watching the sky light up after a fun-filled day of all-you-can-eat hotdogs and watermelon on the Fourth of July. But for some, fireworks ignite something more distressing – Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). For certain individuals

Depression affects at least 18 million adults in the United States in any given year. That’s one out of ten American adults. There are several different types of depression which can be diagnosed, but what they all have in common is persistent periods of low mood. But, where does depression come from? What can a