Tag: mental health
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HEALTH MATTERS 3/4: Making the Mental Adjustment to Retirement
By Jamie Winters, LCSW For many people, a job or career can serve as an integral part of their identity while also providing socialization and a sense of purpose that has been cultivated throughout their lives. So, what happens when it is time for retirement? It can be a wonderful time of life but, for…
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Penn Medicine Princeton House Behavioral Health launches second season of mental health podcast
Penn Medicine Princeton House Behavioral Health is launching the second season of its award-winning podcast Mind on Mental Health. This season kicks off just in time for Mental Illness Awareness Week, which is Oct. 3-9. Andrew Dean, senior Community Relations specialist, with over a decade of experience helping various age groups with mental health issues, including substance…
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Let’s focus on the mental well-being of our children
By Laurie Goganzer President and CEO YMCA of Greater Monmouth County The coronavirus pandemic has taken a harsh toll on the mental health of people of all ages and backgrounds, especially our children and teens, who have experienced extraordinary disruptions. Nearly 10%, or more than 2.3 million youths in the United States have severe major…
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Howell Alliance schedules mental health first aid training session
HOWELL – On Oct. 2 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., the Howell Alliance for substance use prevention and mental health awareness is hosting a Youth Mental Health First Aid certification training at the Howell municipal building, 4567 Route 9 North. A virtual pre-training component must be completed prior to the in-person training, according to…
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Letter to the Editor: Speaking about mental health removes stigma
How refreshing to see the focus on mental health take on the same level of interest as physical well-being at the Olympics this year. Simone Biles, a survivor of sexual abuse at the hands of her gymnastics doctor, bravely stepped down from parts of the competition to prioritize her mental health. Thankfully, her actions are…
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Health Matters 7/23: Regaining Control with the Help of Self-Compassion
By Sarah Carstens, LCSW, LCADC The COVID-19 pandemic has turned countless lives upside down. For women in particular, it has added numerous challenges and stressors to an already heavy load, while making their traditional social outlets less available. And it has taken a toll on their mental health. In fact, according to a study released…
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Health Matters 7/23: Regaining Control with the Help of Self-Compassion
By Sarah Carstens, LCSW, LCADC The COVID-19 pandemic has turned countless lives upside down. For women in particular, it has added numerous challenges and stressors to an already heavy load, while making their traditional social outlets less available. And it has taken a toll on their mental health. In fact, according to a study released…
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Health Matters 7/23: Regaining Control with the Help of Self-Compassion
By Sarah Carstens, LCSW, LCADC The COVID-19 pandemic has turned countless lives upside down. For women in particular, it has added numerous challenges and stressors to an already heavy load, while making their traditional social outlets less available. And it has taken a toll on their mental health. In fact, according to a study released…
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Howell Alliance will host mental health first aid training session in August
HOWELL – The Howell Alliance for substance use prevention and mental health awareness will host a Youth Mental Health First Aid certification training session at the Howell municipal building from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 14. A virtual pre-training component must be completed prior to the in-person training session, according to a press release.…