Suicide rates for youth have been rising for years. More than 31% of high school students have experienced a persistent feeling of sadness or hopelessness, and over 17% have seriously considered attempting suicide. This may be due to the tremendous stress they face in school, peer pressure or bullying. Additionally, today’s youth spend a significant […]
Are you extremely afraid of being judged by others? Are you very self-conscious in everyday social situations? Do you avoid meeting new people? If you have been feeling this way for at least six months and these feelings make it hard for you to do everyday tasks—such as talking to people at work or school—you […]
Registration is now open for the 4th Annual Minnesota School Mental Health Conference! Attendees include schools, community mental health providers, advocates, consumers, policy makers, Tribal Nations, and state government. The Minnesota School Mental Health Conference is in its 4th year, bringing together collaborating partners and providers to build a school mental health framework of practice. […]
Mental Health First Aid USA By Erica Hoffman on May 30, 2017 It’s tough working in the service industry. Uncompromising employers, workplace harassment and poor communication all too often affect worker’s sense of well-being, especially those living with mental health problems. What’s it like to feel the need to disguise a mental health issue while […]
Is This Just a Stage? Points to Remember · Always seek immediate help if a child engages in unsafe behavior or talks about wanting to hurt him or herself or someone else. · Seek help when a child’s behavior or emotional difficulties last for more than a few weeks and are causing problems at school, […]
**We need you to Lend A Hand!!** What: Helping Hands to stop the Stigma of Mental Health When: Tuesday, September 24th 5:30-8:00pm Where: New Journey Church- 505 9th St NW, Fosston MN **Supper will be served at 5:30pm** For more information, call Carrie Danielson, LSW- Essentia Health- Fosston 218.435.7661
When a neighbor’s tractor gets stuck, you don’t hesitate to help. But when you see a family member, friend, or client stuck in a rut—and possibly suicidal—it can be daunting to try and help and can leave you feeling powerless. Suicide is a significant public health issue in Minnesota. It involves the tragic loss of […]
How To Ask Someone About Suicide By Sally Spencer-Thomas | Sep. 06, 2019 I remember the first time I asked a client if they were having thoughts of suicide. I was scared. It felt intrusive. And somewhere in the back of my mind, I didn’t really want to know. I wasn’t sure if I could […]
Strong connections are vital in our lives, yet in today’s “virtual world” it is often difficult to make meaningful connections. Don’t miss this message designed to fuel our passion to both connect and serve others. LIFECARE HEALTH4LIFE IS BRINGING MARK SCHARENBROICH TO THE ROSEAU SCHOOL THEATER ON THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19TH! WE’LL HAVE TWO SHOWS: 5 […]
College depression is a common problem. Understand why the transition to college makes young adults vulnerable to depression — and what you can do about it. By Mayo Clinic Staff The emotional transition to college can be challenging for young adults. More college students are struggling with depression than in the past. Learn how to […]