Lafayette, Indiana – A unique event, recently held by the North Central Legislative Forum Committee (NCLFC), invited elected officials to participate in a mental health simulation. Event creator and participants The NCLFC is a group made up of several local mental health organizations and advocates, such as Willowstone Family Services; Valley Oaks Health; Bauer Family … Read more
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force said Tuesday that pediatricians should screen children younger than 8 for anxiety and children 12 or older for depression during routine well examinations. The recommendation by the independent expert panel applies to children who do not show any signs or symptoms of a mental health problem. Task force member … Read more
Lisa Guardiola still counts the blessings her mother helped her connect with the National Alliance on Mental Illness when she was diagnosed as an adult with schizophrenia in 2004. The organization helped her mother learn how to treat her illness, advocate for her needs and take care of herself. “Honestly, NAMI saved my life and … Read more
Mark Hilinsky knew the game was coming about 25 rows behind the visitor’s line at Williams Press, South Carolina. Before the first play in the third quarter, the entire court had three fingers up in the air. They were honoring his son. They remember Tyler. This was the inaugural mental health week for college football. … Read more
The study claims that eating chocolate relieves menstrual pain Experts have found that listening to music also helps reduce menstrual discomfort Researchers followed 84 students at Manisa Celal Bayar University in Turkey Eating only 40 mg of dark chocolate per day for four days significantly reduces pain By Joe Davies, Mailonline’s health reporter Posted: 09:19 … Read more
FILE – In this June 15, 2018, file photo, cash is distributed from a wallet in North Andover, Massachusetts. A personal loan can be a good option when you need money, but it usually requires strong credit and a high income to qualify. What if you do not meet the requirements for a personal loan? … Read more