Category Archives: Mental Health

We invited a chorus of artists, writers, musicians, broadcasters, sports stars and more to contribute to Now Were Talking, a mental health campaign, run in partnership with Lyons Tea and Pieta House. I think weve come a long way in Ireland Continue reading →

The stories MLive is telling this week about families struggling to find help for loved ones with mental illness are heartbreaking and infuriating. Continue reading →

Outdoor activities can improve your well-being. Source: Valiphotos/Pixabay, used with permission If youre looking for some form of natural healing to achieve or maintain a positive mental state, what better place to start than outside in nature Continue reading →

Chris JacksonGetty Images The Duchess of Sussex described a global consciousness crisis around mental health as she and Prince Harry met people working in this field on the second day of their royal tour in South Africa. Speaking with reporters near Cape Town during their visit to the organization Waves for Change, which uses surfing to help young people, the couple summed up thoughts on their trip so far. When asked what was the most pressing global issue when it came to dealing with the stigma around mental health, Meghan replied, Its just getting people to talk about it and talk to each other, right? Continue reading →

Greta Thunberg participates in a youth climate change protest in front of the United Nations, August 30, 2019. Continue reading →

For students struggling with identity issues, parent acceptance is key. Oregons youth depression and suicide rates consistently outstrip the national average for youth across the board but for LGBTQ+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer) youth, the numbers paint an even gloomier picture for mental wellness. Half of LGBTQ+ youth reported they had considered suicide and one fourth attempted suicide in 2017, according to the Oregon Healthy Teens Survey Continue reading →

The work of youth mental health providers has become more important than ever in the wake of the tornadoes and mass shooting this year, Dayton Mayor Nan Whaley said. Thats why local leaders put together a day-long pediatric mental health summit Thursday at Sinclair Community College called Building Resiliency. It is no secret that Dayton has had a pretty rough summer, Whaley said The event was expanded to address all forms of childhood trauma and nearly 800 people from across Ohio attended Continue reading →

Meet Scott: For as long as I can remember, Ive struggled with mental illness. It got worse in my early 20s. All my friends used drugs and drank and, before long, I joined them. Continue reading →

Beware of denial As with pretty much every emotion you feel when youre diagnosed with diabetes, denial is natural. Everyone feels that sense of, not me, or I dont believe it, or "there must be some mistake. But at some point, you have to accept your diagnosis and take action Continue reading →

Maintaining the best possible physical health has been a gospel ideal throughout the agesfrom the strict dietary laws of ancient Israel, with the example of Daniel and his associates, to the Word of Wisdom in this dispensation and the counsel of todays prophets and apostles. The physical body is a gift from God and should be properly cared for and respected. Mental health is also important and should not be overlooked, as it can affect us both physically and spiritually. Continue reading →