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Friday, October, 23, 2009

Mental Health Help

Troops shy away from mental health care

October 03, 2008
Three of five military personnel in a new survey say they are afraid to seek help for mental health problems because of concerns that doing so will harm their careers. The survey also showed that one in four of the troops surveyed said he or she knew nothing at all about effective mental health treatments for issues that may arise from their combat service. Dr. Carolyn Robinowitz, president of the American Psychiatric Association, said the military culture that emphasizes "toughness" may be dete... Read more »

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And the Oscar Goes To....
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...gotten is, "Where are the awards for the heroes in mental health?"   Well, there are some. ... Read more »

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Finding the Right Incontinence Treatment and Shopping for Cars
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My experience last weekend buying a new car prompted some thinking about what it's like trying to... Read more »

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Mental Health First Aid
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Meet Sue Bergeson, DBSA President
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...community, that you may be able to go to ask for referrals:Family DoctorReligious LeadersCommunity Mental Health CentersUniversity or Medical School ProgramsSocial Service AgenciesEmployee... Read more »
How to Start a Bipolar Support Group
...I did for myself.  With advice, support and encouragement from group members, I found help in the mental health community and gradually got myself together.  I still go to meetings regularly in... Read more »
Discrimination Against Students with Mental Health Issues on the Rise
...dorm rooms – after seeking help for depression and other psychological problems.  The campus mental health model, critics claim, is shifting from one of compassion to chastisement, and at... Read more »
Health Resources for Uninsured and Low Income Families and Individuals
...services.  In these bad economic times, it is hard enough to put food on the table let alone pay for mental health care.  In response to those of you who simply cannot afford to pay a therapist... Read more »

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