Contrary to popular belief, going through trauma is common. In fact, records show that around 60% of men and 50% of women experience at least one traumatic event in their lifetime. From this large portion of people, there is a small part who will develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Like other mental illnesses, PTSD can […]

I hear comments all the time: “My place is so perfect. I’m so OCD.” “No, it has to be neat and clean. I’m so OCD.” “You should see how I organized my Star Wars collection. I’m so OCD.” I was born with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). I struggled throughout my childhood, through multiple high schools and […]

Most people have experienced anxiety at some point. Running late for an important meeting, getting ready before a date, speaking publicly for the first time—anxiety is within the scope of the human experience. In fact, it’s a perfectly normal reaction to stressful situations. This fact is both positive and negative for people who live with […]

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 […]