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Sep
21
0 comments Tags: Hispanic, Hispanic Heritage Month, LatinX, mental health
The U.S. observance of Hispanic Heritage Month, sometimes referred to as LatinX Heritage Month, kicks off on September 15 and ends October 15. Several important, historical events land within this period, including Independence Day for Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua, on September 15, Mexico’s following on September 16, and Chile’s on September… Read More »
Posted in: General, Mental Health, Minority Health Concerns, Multilingual
Sep
03
0 comments Tags: COVID19, libraries, mental health resources, public libraries
The Association of Library Service to Children (ALSC) created the resource #LookToLibraries to help librarians, parents, and caregivers to provide resources to children that promote mental well-being during times of uncertainty and change. Resources include tips for modeling safe use of digital devices and recommended reading lists to help children learn and cope.
Posted in: Children and Teens, Mental Health, Websites
Aug
11
0 comments Tags: caregivers, mental health, mental health resources
The Compassion in Action Webinar Series will describe ways faith and community groups are addressing the needs of those with mental illness and their caregivers. Through the Compassion in Action Guide and this webinar series, the hope is to encourage more faith communities to walk with and provide community for a lifetime to people with… Read More »
Posted in: Chronic Disease, Health Information, Health Information Literacy, Mental Health, Webinars
Jun
09
0 comments Tags: mental health, training
The American Red Cross‘s Psychological First Aid: Supporting Yourself and Others During COVID-19 is an online course designed to help individuals support themselves and lend support to others during and following the COVID-19 outbreak. The topics covered in the course include recognizing stress, practicing mental health first aid, caring for yourself, supporting your family and… Read More »
Posted in: Mental Health
Jun
04
0 comments Tags: healthy lifestyle, mental health, mindfulness
Greater Good in Action provides science-based practices for a meaningful life. The site provides activities or practices for developing personal well-being. Activities are easy to browse by topic, such as “empathy,” “kindness,” and “resilience to stress.” Each activity provides the steps for “how to do it” and the research behind the activity or, “why to… Read More »
Posted in: Mental Health, Websites
May
26
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Join the NNLM for a free webinar on May 27 at 1:00PM CT. In light of the COVID crisis, this Zoom presentation blends learning, participant sharing, and brief practices: straw breathing, gentle stretching, guided meditation, silent sit, and gratitude. Emphasis is on strengthening our collective immune system and our responsibility (response+ability) to sharpen self-regulation skills… Read More »
Posted in: All of Us, Mental Health, Webinars
May
07
0 comments Tags: autism, eating disorders, Educational resources, national health observances, social media, suicide
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, an important opportunity to share information about mental health. The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) provides education and awareness resources, including images and messages to share on social media. Topics for these ready-made social media posts include Anxiety Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Coping with… Read More »
Posted in: Health Information, Mental Health
Apr
02
0 comments Tags: substance misuse, substance use disorders
The coronavirus epidemic and the stay-at-home safety measures create additional challenges that can have an effect on an individual’s ability to maintain sobriety. This webinar, presented by the National Network of Libraries of Medicine and several behavioral health and addiction support professionals, will share strategies, insight and practical ideas for accessing virtual resources, locating the… Read More »
Posted in: Mental Health, Substance Addiction and Misuse
Nov
08
0 comments Tags: American Indian, consumer health resources, healthy lifestyle, minority health, Native American, Native health, teens
We R Native is a comprehensive health resource for Native youth, by Native youth, providing content and stories about the topics that matter most to them. We R Native promote holistic health and positive growth in our local communities and nation at large. The site provides articles, blogs, videos, and social support on topics related… Read More »
Posted in: Children and Teens, Environmental Health, Health Information, Mental Health, Minority Health Concerns, Substance Addiction and Misuse, Websites
Sep
10
0 comments Tags: postpartum depression
The HHS Partnership Center’s “Postpartum Depression: Help, Hope, and Healing” webinar is squarely at the intersection of women’s health and mental health. With up to 13 percent of mothers nationwide experiencing the effects of postpartum depression, this webinar seeks to offer help, hope, and pathways to healing for women. It will also include helpful information… Read More »
Posted in: Mental Health, Webinars