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Bradley REACH Interview: Diane McLean
Read our latest Bradley REACH Interview with Diane McLean, MD
Bradley REACH Interview: Ilse Carrizales, PhD, Psychologist
Read our latest Bradley REACH Interview with Ilse Carrizales, PhD.
Mental Health First Aid in Indigenous Communities
Bradley Hospital has been working with Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness to identify ways that we could help to meet the specific needs of their Indigenous young people. I was recently invited to Maine to co-instruct Youth MHFA for Tribal Communities and Indigenous Peoples. Maine has four Indian tribes, the Maliseet, Micmac, Penobscot, and Passamaquoddy, known collectively as the Wabanaki
Mental Well-Being in Winter - Seasonal Affective Disorder in Teens & Kids
What is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and how can it affect kids and teens? SAD is a form of depression, and is more likely to impact those in northern regions during the winter. However, many folks still struggle during this time even if it does not reach the level of a clinical diagnosis.
Navigating the Barren Lands of Therapy Deserts: Expanding Mental Health Access
Therapy deserts are defined as areas across the United States with limited access to mental health services. These regions lack the resources for modern mental health access and pose a significant challenge for individuals seeking support for their mental well-being.
Bradley REACH Interview: Sarah Rawlings
Read our latest Bradley REACH Interview with Sarah Rawlings.
5 Simple Tips to Cope With Holiday Stressors
The holiday season can be fun, but it is also common to feel overwhelmed and stressed. So, how do you cope with such holiday stressors and help those around you thrive, rather than just survive, over the festive period? Our psychology team has 5 tips for you.
How To Talk to Kids About War and Conflict
Escalating war and conflict around the world has followed years of a deadly pandemic and economic insecurity. It’s hard for kids to process what it all means and can cause depression, anxiety and other issues. There are some basic tips that parents can follow when talking to kids about war and conflict.
American Girl: Startling Trends and Suicide in Teen Girls
Tom Petty’s famous song American Girl has become a staple American rock song. Urban legend says this song was inspired by a girl who attempted suicide. Recently, the song’s lyrics have rung true for too many American girls.