There is still stigma associated with mental illness. Unfortunately, stigma can result in isolation, shame, and worsening of symptoms. In PsychCentral, Rebecca Chamaa highlights this point and what it could look like if people reacted to other conditions like they...
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An Open Letter To A Person With Mental Illness
Stigma and shame still lurk around those who struggle with mental health issues. In the Huff Post, Rachel Griffin writes a beautiful letter to those with mental illness. Here is a link to the article:...
Identifying Low Self-Esteem In Children
Identifying Low Self-esteem In Children by Carolyn Bulmash, LCSW Back to school time is upon us, and the children in our lives will soon be facing new social and emotional challenges. Feelings of self-worth change shape and start to become solidified during...
Stephanie Simpson Participates In The NAMI Walk
A beautiful morning run in Park Ridge with NAMI to "stamp out" the stigma of mental illness. Daniel Carcillo from the Blackhawks joined the group, sharing some of his own personal struggles and introduced his foundation Chapter 5, developed to help players...
How To Know If A Teen Is In Trouble
Sometimes we overlook or miss signs our teens may be struggling with an issue. In PsychCentral, Christine Hammond outlines signs and behaviors that may indicate your teen is battling a problem. Here is a link to the article:...
Talking With Your Teen About Suicide
Talking To Your Teenager About Suicide By Carolyn Bulmash, LCSW One of the unfortunate realities we all must come to accept is that suicide is on the rise. With more day to day stressors of finances, job security, and a whole new world of hate and discrimination...
Mental Illness Rates Strongly Linked To ‘Daily Social Disadvantages’
In YoungMinds.org.uk, Ally Lee shares new research that suggests mental illness rates are higher among those who are faced with social disadvantages. Here is a link to the article:...
Woman Battling Anorexia Gets Help Via Online Donations
In CNN.com, AnneClaire Stapleton writes a touching story about Racheal Farrokh, a woman battling with life-threatening anorexia. Here is a link to the article: http:/www.cnn.com/2015/05/22/health/anorexia-social-media-plea-for-help/index.html
Get Your Teen Screened For Depression
Doctors screen for many different illnesses to ensure early detection, diagnosis, and treatment. There are many available screens for mental illness but has historically been been overlooked in traditional healthcare settings. More and more doctors routinely screen...
How To Talk To Your Teen About Depression, Suicide
There are many difficult topics that are challenging to broach with children and teens. Mental illness is no exception. In the Washington Post, Anne Theriault writes an insightful article on talking to teens about depression and suicide. Here is a link to the...