Author Archives for Comms Team

Insomnia in Older Adults

Kim Williams, President of MHA-NYC, and Lisa Furst, Assistant Vice President of MHA-NYC’s Center for Policy, Advocacy and Education, co-authored an article on insomnia in older adults in Today’s Geriatric Medicine. Read the full article here. Published on - March 27, 2017 6:29 pm Published by -

Speaking for Youth

DJ Wilkerson shares his experiences with MHA-NYC’s Queens Adolescent Skill Center, and how the Center helped him build his skills and gave him a chance to speak for youth without a voice. Published on - March 2, 2017 3:52 pm Published by -

Making a Difference: Abbie’s Story

Fifteen-year-old Abbie of San Antonio, Texas, knows firsthand what depression and suicide looked like. Her older sister attempted suicide last year, which eventually led Abbie to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. In 2012, the Lifeline launched You Matter, a blog written by five young adults like Abbie, who know suicide isn’t the solution and want… View Article Published on - March 1, 2017 10:15 am Published by -

Chris Trotter at the 2013 MHA NYC Gala

Christopher describes his journey to MHA-NYC’s Bronx Adolescent Skills Center and how the program provided a safe space in which to grow, learn, and develop the skills necessary to succeed in life. Published on - March 1, 2017 10:11 am Published by -

Priorities Lead to Success: Brandon’s Story

Brandon learned that he needed to set priorities in order to reach his professional goals. At MHA-NYC’s Adolescent Skills Center, he’s learned to take school seriously and is working with the dedicated staff to get on track as he aims to earn a college degree in business. Social studies isn’t a difficult subject for Brandon,… View Article Published on - February 1, 2017 10:20 am Published by -

The Start of a Fulfilling Career: Joel’s Story

Joel’s experience at the ASC in the Bronx prepared him not only for a new job opportunity and college, but he learned the importance of coping with his emotional challenges in order to grow and achieve life-goals. When Joel completed the program at the Bronx Adolescent Skills Center (ASC), he thought that his experience with… View Article Published on - February 1, 2017 10:19 am Published by -

Leading by Example: Manajanique’s Story

The dream of attending college seemed a far off vision for Manajanique, who dropped out of high school for two years. She achieved Student of the month at the South Bronx Adolescent Skills Center (ASC) Manajanique has been through many emotional challenges as a teenager, many of which contributed to her decision to drop out… View Article Published on - February 1, 2017 10:18 am Published by -

A Good Different: Nathaly’s Story

Nathaly spent much of her childhood in the hospital, where she was treated for trauma and depression, then was referred to MHA-NYC’s Queens Adolescent Skills Center. Published on - February 1, 2017 10:17 am Published by -

Our Upcoming Gala

Join us at the 2017 Gala as we “Just Talk About It,” and help eliminate mental health stigma, positively impact outcomes, and make a lifetime of difference for the millions who struggle every day. Register here. Published on - February 1, 2017 9:33 am Published by -

Inauguration Weekend, Support is Available 24/7

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline experienced a significant, but short term increase in call volume the day before and after the election this past November. On Monday, November 7, 2016, there was a 15% increase in Lifeline calls, and a 51% increase on the Spanish Lifeline number. There were two “spikes”—or surges—in call volume on… View Article Published on - January 19, 2017 11:25 am Published by - Leave your thoughts