July 9, 2019
What I Learned Interning at Vibrant
By Paige Danehy, Intern, Summer 2019 Vicarious trauma. Something that I was not aware of before I started my internship at Vibrant Emotional Health, yet something I am so glad I was able to become familiar with. On my first day interning, I participated in a vicarious trauma training and learned its true meaning and… View Article
April 19, 2019
Everyone Can Learn To Take Action With #BeThe1To
By empowering individuals with the tools to help people in crisis in their communities, we can support those who are struggling, demonstrate that suicide is not inevitable, and build a stronger mental health safety net for all.
March 28, 2019
Coping With Distress after International Disasters: Tips & Resources for Individuals, Families & Communities
When a natural or human-caused disaster (such as earthquakes, typhoons, floods, disease outbreaks; terrorist attacks, war & conflict, transportation accidents, etc.) occurs in another country, news of the event can trigger strong feelings of anxiety, fear, confusion or loneliness, including if: You have loved ones in the impacted area You’re from the area or have… View Article
March 21, 2019
Engaging Organizations in Trauma Informed Practice: The TIPPS Workshop Series
Increasingly, the behavioral health field is recognizing the impact of trauma in human development and its implications in the occurrence or exacerbation of mental and substance use disorders. This growing awareness was ignited by groundbreaking research emerging in the mid-1990s demonstrating that adults who had experienced traumatic events as children were far more likely than… View Article
February 6, 2019
Facebook Live Discussion in Honor of the Upcoming One Year Anniversary of the Parkland, FL, Shootings
The Disaster Distress Helpline Facebook page held a Facebook Live discussion in honor of the upcoming one year anniversary of the Parkland, FL, shootings. Christian Burgess, Director of the Disaster Distress Helpline, and Lidija Hurni, Coordinator of Best Practices in Disaster Mental Health, shared common distress warning signs, coping tips, and more. Watch the full… View Article
December 24, 2018
Gift Ideas for People in Your Life Who Have Been Impacted by a Disaster
While gift-giving can be fun, it can also be challenging to find the ‘right’ gift for some of our loved ones, especially for those who have recently experienced a disaster or other traumatic event. Loved ones who have experienced disaster may still be grappling with their losses, painful memories, or other difficult emotions as they… View Article
December 7, 2018
Statement on the Proposed Public Charge Rule
The immigration policy of the United States is under considerable revision, and at times, proposed changes to immigration regulations can have a direct impact on behavioral health. One such feature of current United States immigration policy includes a regulation known as the “public charge” rule. This is a test that is used to determine whether… View Article
October 23, 2018
Staying in Balance Updated Toolkit
Through good times and difficult times, communities throughout New York City have always come together to meet the immediate needs of neighbors, celebrate strength and resilience, and mobilize for improved conditions and services. During times of crisis, those on the front lines of providing help and healing to community members are just as affected as… View Article
September 25, 2018
Support For Suicidal Individuals On Social And Digital Media
Digital communities and social media platforms provide important vehicles to express ourselves, find information, and communicate with one another. This is also true for individuals in distress who are potentially suicidal. Too often their posts go unnoticed or not responded to. There are compelling reasons for social media companies to establish digital policies that will… View Article