Australian study maps prevalence of youth self-harm, suicide

Western Australia, Northern Territory and South Australia have the highest prevalence of self-harm among young people, according to a new study. Key points: The estimated prevalence of self-harm in young people has been mapped in a new study led by a Brisbane researcher NT, WA and SA had the highest estimated prevalence of self-harm The … Read more

Why a mother wants other parents to know seeking help is OK

When Lauren Fisher was pregnant, she felt like she was “talked about” instead of being talked to. She and her partner Alex went through IVF to have their child, and Ms. Fisher had a “difficult pregnancy and difficult delivery” and “negative experiences” in the hospital system. “When my baby was very young, she couldn’t sleep, … Read more

Family Services of NW PA holds annual meeting, highlights rise in behavioral health needs in the Erie community

Behavioral health needs in the Erie community continue to grow and Family Services of NW PA is working to fix it. During its annual meeting on Tuesday morning, Family Services highlighted all of its services that impact families in the region. Millcreek Supervisors Pass Resolution for Presque Isle Gateway Plan During the pandemic, Family Services … Read more

Mental health implications for thousands of Australians with diabetes in the spotlight

For the past 20 years, Ash Byrne has had to take daily insulin injections, carefully monitor his blood sugar, and attend countless doctor appointments to stay alive while battling the ups and downs of having type 1 diabetes. If you or someone you know needs help: But the 31-year-old can only count on the fingers … Read more

Metro Detroit therapy camp helps kids talk about their mental health

BIRMINGHAM, Mich. – Getting our teenagers to talk about their feelings is difficult, especially if they are struggling. But control our children mental health is vital, and if they don’t want to talk to us, where can they go where they feel comfortable sharing? Many students ended this school year on a somber note and … Read more

Fire Station In Tampa Bay Area Gets First Mental Health Dog

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. (CW44 News At 10) – A local fire station has its own mental health therapy dog. He is the first designated therapy dog ​​for firefighters in the Tampa Bay Area. At the North River Fire District, a new mental health dog named Drew, right here, is changing the entire morale of the … Read more

Dist. 84 loses mental health services

Staff photo of Fritz Busch Sleepy Eye Public Schools Superintendent John Cselovszki tells the school board Wednesday that he was notified last week that due to staffing issues, Southern Minnesota Behavioral Health (SMBH) of New Ulm may not provide staff to fulfill an agreement with the school district. Cselovszki said he is … Read more