Build wellness and well-being through self-care
Self-care has been a hot topic for several years, and the advice surrounding it often feels prescribed and impersonal. But health and wellness are exactly that, personal. Educating ourselves and gathering ideas and strategies for better health and wellness are a great start, but the real impact comes from implementing the practices into our daily lives.
Culturally competent care and community support enhance minority mental wellness
The Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) community faces significant and unique mental health struggles. Providers will need to make conscious efforts to educate themselves and their patients. As a society, we must also continue to raise awareness and take action to break the silence and stigma of mental health issues surrounding minority communities.
Including the LGBTQIA+ Community in the Workplace
The acronym LGBTQIA+ comprises many different identities of people regarding their romantic or sexual orientation, gender identity or both. The language surrounding these communities is always evolving, and each community is distinctly different in terms of their experiences.
Understanding and Overcoming PTSD
During the month of June, we celebrate Pride. We also spread awareness of a mental health disorder that impacts 13 million Americans: post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). June 27 is National PTSD Awareness Day.
Language Matters: Create a welcoming work culture with inclusive language
When we use inclusive language, we’re actively creating space for people to be themselves by working to remove the metaphorical box an individual is placed in based on characteristics and identifiers.
Shining a Light on Mental Health: Ways to Promote Awareness and Provide Support
Since 1949, Mental Health Awareness Month has helped increase the awareness and understanding about mental health issues, as well as assist in reducing stigma and promoting overall mental well-being.
Understanding Bipolar Disorders: Breaking the stigma and promoting awareness
Since 2014, World Bipolar Day has been internationally celebrated every March 30. Ten years later, work remains to raise awareness and end the stigma associated with bipolar disorders.
6 ideas for building an inclusive work environment
Building an inclusive environment in the workplace can seem like a monumental task and requires continued dedication, but being an organization that cares for its employees can have some extraordinary benefits, including decreased turnover, improved job satisfaction, enhanced creativity, and an overall healthier workforce.
Overcoming seasonal affective disorder: How to enhance your mental well-being during winter
As the winter season approaches, many people begin to experience a shift in their mental health. For some, this can be more than just feeling a bit blue — it can mean struggling with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).
The Certified Recovery Support Specialist Program
Those with lived experience of mental health or substance abuse recovery can find support to successfully complete the Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) training, a type of credential one can earn in order to enter the behavioral health workforce.