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Advancing Technologies in Behavioral Health Care: A Policy Briefing and Advocacy Agenda

The Center for Policy, Advocacy, and Education Download the white paper here. Introduction Behavioral health disorders are a major source of disability and distress. An estimated 26 percent of Americans ages 18 and older —- about one in four adults —- suffer from a diagnosable disorder in any given year, and 46 percent will have… View Article Published on - August 30, 2018 2:20 pm Published by -

Minds Ahead Second Annual Evening of Art

ABOUT THE EVENTS An inspired evening celebrating local art in support of the Adolescent Skills Centers (ASC), through the José Hart Scholarship Fund. Mingle with the artists themselves, and indulge in cocktails, craft beer, and hors d’oeuvres. Take a few photos in our photo booth and have @itsbysam customize a tote for you to bring… View Article Published on - April 17, 2018 3:37 pm Published by -

How Physicians Can Help Prevent Elder Suicide

Mr. A, aged 86, shot himself to death shortly after his wife died and he was diagnosed with cancer. He had seen a doctor a few days before, but the physician did not recognize the depth of his grief, loneliness, and hopelessness. Mr. A didn’t mention he was considering suicide, and his physician did not… View Article Published on - March 27, 2018 8:55 pm Published by -

Here’s What I Learned From My Suicide Attempt

When 9/11 happened, I joined the Marines. The Marines gave me a sense of being and purpose. When you’re in the Marines, you are trained from the first day that death is creeping in. It’s always creeping in. It has to be on top of your mind. That I might die in Iraq was more… View Article Published on - February 13, 2018 7:37 pm Published by -

5 Tips for Coping with Severe Winter Weather

Severe winter weather – including blizzards and other storms that occur during the winter months – has the potential to cause emotional distress among adults and youth living in the affected areas.  These 5 tips from the national Disaster Distress Helpline can help you and your loved ones manage anxiety, worry, or other stressful emotions… View Article Published on - January 3, 2018 4:56 pm Published by -

3 Ways to Use MHA-NYC’s My3 App

Mental health and suicide prevention apps have gained popularity over the last few years, offering a range of services  to help users address their issues or crises. What you may not be aware of is how few of these are evidence-based, frequently updated, or supported by organizations and staff with actual crisis intervention or suicide… View Article Published on - December 29, 2017 7:21 pm Published by -

MHA-NYC Staff Recognized for 2017 Impact

In the autumn of 2017, MHA-NYC was honored to have two of its dedicated staff members recognized for their significant contributions to our state and local communities. Rena Au, one of our Family Advocates from Manhattan South Family Resource Center, was awarded the 2017 Family Advocate of the Year Award from Mental Health Association in… View Article Published on - December 29, 2017 6:58 pm Published by -

MHA-NYC and Logic Continue Impact

Throughout the Fall 2017 quarter, rap artist and mental health advocate, Logic, continued to bring awareness with his hit single, “1-800-273-8255,” named after the Lifeline phone number. Now, his song has been nominated for two 2018 Grammy awards: Song of the Year, and Best Music Video. The song’s music video was also named as the… View Article Published on - December 29, 2017 5:05 pm Published by -

Minds Ahead Continues to Raise Awareness

MHA-NYC’s young professionals committee, Minds Ahead, is dedicated to raising awareness of MHA-NYC among young professionals who understand that mental health and wellness affects everybody. This quarter, they continued to leverage their robust personal and professional networks to build diversified relationships that can further the development and expansion of MHA-NYC. On November 29, 2017, Minds… View Article Published on - December 21, 2017 11:15 pm Published by -

How I turned my broken moments into a mosaic.

This blog post is authored by Pura Torres, a Peer Support Specialist for MHA-NYC’s NYC Well program.  “I LOVE MY JOB!” Every time I say this, or think it, I can’t help but smile and laugh a little. Being a peer support specialist for MHA-NYC’s NYC Well program has become the most important part of… View Article Published on - December 14, 2017 5:32 pm Published by -