Digital Journals
Track your moods, thoughts, and feelings. Reflecting regularly can provide clarity and facilitate discussions with
Your mental well-being is vital. As you navigate the intricate pathways of life and the challenges it presents, having the right tools and resources can make all the difference. Whether you’re a patient, caregiver, clinician, or someone looking to expand their understanding, our curated collection is here to guide and support you.
Track your moods, thoughts, and feelings. Reflecting regularly can provide clarity and facilitate discussions with
Here’s a basic mental health glossary that provides definitions for common terms. Please note that
Engage in guided meditations, breathing exercises, and daily mindfulness practices. Perfect for those seeking calmness
Are you looking for ways to raise awareness about mental health in your community? You
Online support groups are versatile and encompass a broad range of topics, including mental health,
Expand your knowledge. Tune into expert-led sessions on various topics from coping strategies to advanced
By Dr. Corey Milsap, PsyD, LPC, CSP, LSP, LMHC The mental well-being of children is receiving increasing attention, with anxiety and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) emerging as dominant concerns.
By Dr. Corey Milsap, PsyD, LPC, CSP, LSP, LMHC Children naturally experience moments of worry or sadness. However, when these emotions become prolonged or intense due to conditions like anxiety
By Dr. Corey Milsap, PsyD, LPC, CSP, LSP, LMHC Secondary traumatic stress, sometimes termed “compassion fatigue,” is a psychological phenomenon that occurs when individuals are indirectly exposed to traumatic experiences
SPP 169: Math Skills and Math Anxiety #psychedpodcast can’t wait to chat with Dr. Robin Codding again! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1h2CbmFQ30agErTqoM83fYXZJeXlqdRoU/view?usp=drivesdk https://bouve.northeastern.edu/bchs/directory/robin-codding/ https://www.guilford.com/author/Robin-S-Codding Robin S. Codding, PhD, BCBA, is Professor of School Psychology in the Department of Applied Psychology at Northeastern University. She has served as Associate Editor of Journal of Behavioral Education, Journal of School Psychology, and… Continue reading SPP 169: Math Skills and Math Anxiety
SPP 168: Dr. Amanda VanDerHeyden and the Science of Learning #psychedpodcast is so happy to have one of our all-time favorite guests back on! Dr. VanDerHeyden is an expert on MTSS and all things math! https://www.springmath.org/amanda-vanderheyden
SPP 167: Catching up with #psychedpodcast No guest this week but please join us as we chat a bit! We would love to hear thoughts on topics/guests as well as how your year is going!
The beloved Sesame Street character Elmo asked how people were doing, and then things got real.
Children without special needs can feel like they are “see-through,” as though they are made of glass, in families with special needs children.
Spouse appreciation shows they are worth recognizing and it’s helpful to reflect on your relationship and communication.
The trend of self-diagnosis on social media has “watered down” the common understanding of diagnoses, and shifted the meaning of the diagnosis.
The unique stressors faced by college athletes could partially explain the rise in suicides among this group.
Note: While these tools and resources offer support, they aren’t a replacement for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a healthcare provider for personal advice.
Ketamine: A Rising Star in Mental Health Treatment lisebram April 25, 2024
Helping Children Face Their Worries and Fears: Tips from Two Psychologists lisebram March 21, 2024
Tackling Shy Bladder Syndrome: Understanding and Managing Paruresis lisebram March 13, 2024
Don’t Wait 17 Years: Get Help for OCD lisebram March 1, 2024
In a 1955 speech, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. famously declared that of all forms of inequality, injustice in health is the most “shocking and inhumane.” Yet racial and ethnic health inequities remain pervasive across all state health systems* (PDF | 3.5 MB). Fortunately, with hard work and the passage of time, health equity progress does take root and grow. Indeed, there are significant advances to achieving health equity for African Americans and other marginalized populations.
From devastating wildfires, tornadoes, and mudslides to mass shootings and terrorist attacks, it’s almost impossible to turn on the news these days without seeing a report about another disaster. Natural and human-caused disasters are increasing in frequency, duration, and severity.
We’re building on the momentum of SAMHSA’s 20th Prevention Day and looking ahead to National Prevention Week (May 12-18).
Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health is the Foundation of Life
From February 26 through March 3, 2024, we recognize National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, a time to recommit to showing compassion for and empowering our fellow Americans impacted by eating disorders. This also is a time to demonstrate our commitment to the early diagnosis and effective treatment of eating disorders.
NIMH leadership and staff will present several sessions featuring some of the major initiatives NIMH has undertaken or been involved with over the years.
This workshop will convene researchers and federal officials to review the state of the science for neurofeedback intervention development for mental disorders, with an emphasis on real time fMRI approaches.
NIMH expert Sarah H. Lisanby, M.D. will describe common types of brain stimulation therapies, and why they are used, dispel misconceptions, and highlight NIMH-supported research in this area.
In a proof-of-concept study, researchers demonstrated the effectiveness of a potential new therapy for Timothy syndrome, an often life-threatening and rare genetic disorder that affects a wide range of bodily systems, leading to severe cardiac, neurological, and psychiatric symptoms as well as physical differences such as webbed fingers and toes.
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)