Mental disorder

MINDFUL PHILANTHROPY CALLS FOR INCREASED PRIVATE INVESTMENT TO ADDRESS MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS

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화요일, 10월 24, 2023

PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mindful Philanthropy, a nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing high-impact funding of mental health, is calling all of philanthropy to dramatically increase giving to support mental health, addiction, and well-being.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mindful Philanthropy, a nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing high-impact funding of mental health, is calling all of philanthropy to dramatically increase giving to support mental health, addiction, and well-being.
  • But these statistics do little to capture the ripple effect that mental health challenges have across society," said Alyson Niemann, Executive Director of Mindful Philanthropy.
  • Mindful Philanthropy challenges all funders by 2035 to collectively increase the total amount of philanthropic funding dedicated to mental health, addiction, and well-being by five times to $35B annually.
  • To guide funders and spur that change that is necessary, Mindful Philanthropy has released a snapshot of the current state of mental health in America.

Syra Health Announces the Launch of Syrenity, an AI-backed Mental Health Product for Organizations Offering Mental Health Workforce Solutions

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화요일, 10월 24, 2023

CARMEL, Ind., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Syra Health Corp. (NASDAQ: SYRA) ("Syra Health" or the "Company"), a healthcare company with a mission to improve healthcare by providing innovative services and technology solutions, announced today the launch of Syrenity, a mental health product that proactively identifies the negative factors impacting mental health and integrates telehealth for mental health treatment and services.

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  • CARMEL, Ind., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Syra Health Corp. (NASDAQ: SYRA) ("Syra Health" or the "Company"), a healthcare company with a mission to improve healthcare by providing innovative services and technology solutions, announced today the launch of Syrenity, a mental health product that proactively identifies the negative factors impacting mental health and integrates telehealth for mental health treatment and services.
  • The unique advantage of Syrenity is its evidence-based approach, utilizing scientifically proven methods and techniques to assess and address behavioral and mental health concerns.
  • "We are proud to introduce Syrenity, a comprehensive tool that empowers anyone to proactively take control of their mental health," said Sandeep Allam, Executive Chairman and President, Syra Health.
  • "Syrenity includes an AI-backed diary that engages the user in a conversation and the ability to assess behavioral health needs," said Dr. Srikant Devaraj, Vice President of Health Analytics, Syra Health.

Goodwill expands to its first behavioral health services program in Manhattan

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수요일, 10월 18, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Goodwill Industries® of Greater New York and Northern New Jersey, Inc. (Goodwill NYNJ) held today a grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the official opening of its first Personalized Recovery Oriented Services (PROS) program in Manhattan. Goodwill's Harlem PROS is located at 1767 Park Ave., 5th fl.; NY, NY 10035. Goodwill NYNJ operates two other PROS in Astoria, Queens, and in Brooklyn, NY. Goodwill NYNJ has provided behavioral health services for over thirty years to help New Yorkers with mental illness stay healthy, on their jobs, and out of hospitals due to psychiatric crises.

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  • Goodwill NYNJ has provided behavioral health services for over thirty years to help New Yorkers with mental illness stay healthy, on their jobs, and out of hospitals due to psychiatric crises.
  • PROS is a recovery and rehabilitation program for adults (18+ year-olds) with serious mental illness that provides assistance with the mental health and substance use issues that prevent participants from achieving their life goals.
  • In 2022, Goodwill NYNJ provided behavioral health services to help over 1,500 NYC residents with mental illness manage their recovery.
  • For information about services at Harlem PROS and other behavioral health services that Goodwill NYNJ provides, please email [email protected]
    According to New York State's Department of Health, "more than one in five New Yorkers has symptoms of a mental disorder.

NAMI and AFSP Celebrate Launch of Bipartisan Senate Mental Health Caucus

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화요일, 10월 17, 2023

ARLINGTON, Va., Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) applaud today's creation of the bipartisan Senate Mental Health Caucus in the U.S. Senate.

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  • ARLINGTON, Va., Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) applaud today's creation of the bipartisan Senate Mental Health Caucus in the U.S. Senate.
  • "Mental health is the bipartisan issue of our time, and it is inspiring to see the establishment of the bipartisan Senate Mental Health Caucus," said NAMI Chief Executive Officer Daniel H. Gillison Jr. "NAMI is grateful to Senators Padilla, Tillis, Ernst and Smith for their leadership on mental health.
  • The bipartisan Senate Mental Health Caucus is a forum where Senators and their staff can collaborate on and promote mental health solutions, hold events to raise awareness of critical mental health issues, and reduce stigma.
  • NAMI and AFSP look forward to working closely with the bipartisan Senate Mental Health Caucus and encourage all members of the U.S. Senate to join this important group.

BMO Marks World Mental Health Day with $5 Million to CAMH to Drive Innovation in Research for Mental Health

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수요일, 10월 11, 2023

TORONTO, Oct. 11, 2023 /CNW/ - BMO marked World Mental Health Day this year with a $5 million donation to the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) in Toronto.

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  • TORONTO, Oct. 11, 2023 /CNW/ - BMO marked World Mental Health Day this year with a $5 million donation to the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) in Toronto.
  • Together with CAMH, BMO's donation will help people living with mental illness by accelerating research and access to world-class mental health care through four strategic priorities: neuroinformatics, digital health innovation, education, and research.
  • "We are grateful to BMO for their continued support of CAMH and life-saving mental health research," said Deborah Gillis, President & CEO, CAMH Foundation.
  • October 10 is World Mental Health Day, an international day for global mental health education, awareness and advocacy against social stigma.

Mental Health Concerns for Children Approaching National Health Emergency in the U.S.

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수요일, 10월 4, 2023

Since 2019, suicide attempts and self-injury among children in the U.S. have become the most common mental health conditions tied to emergency department discharges at children’s hospitals.

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  • Since 2019, suicide attempts and self-injury among children in the U.S. have become the most common mental health conditions tied to emergency department discharges at children’s hospitals.
  • According to the latest statistics from the CDC, almost 15% of school-age children in the U.S. have undergone treatment for a mental health issue including depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts or attempts.
  • The mental health crisis for children has prompted the creation of a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization called “Omada,” dedicated to helping children and adolescents obtain the quality mental health care they need with no restrictions on their financial means.
  • Together they have formed Omada; an organization led by a team fully committed to raising awareness about the national pediatric mental health crisis and obtaining financial support to address the need.

Axsome Therapeutics Joins the National Alliance on Mental Illness and Others Advocating for the Importance of Mental Health on Mental Illness Awareness Week

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월요일, 10월 2, 2023

In support of MIAW, Axsome is sponsoring NAMI’s “Inspiring Hope Through Research” event in Washington D.C. on Oct. 11.

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  • In support of MIAW, Axsome is sponsoring NAMI’s “Inspiring Hope Through Research” event in Washington D.C. on Oct. 11.
  • This year’s awardee, Sabine Wilhelm, Ph.D., has been advancing the use of technology, such as smartphone-based treatments, to help people with mental health problems.
  • DBSA is a leading national peer-focused mental health organization, whose mission is to provide hope, help, support, and education for individuals who live with mood disorders.
  • NAMI is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness.

GateHouse Treatment Appoints New CEO

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목요일, 9월 28, 2023

NASHUA, N.H., Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- GateHouse Treatment, a premier addiction and behavioral health service provider, proudly welcomes Theodore Bender, PhD, MBA, as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Dr. Bender's exceptional background in clinical psychology, distinguished education, and remarkable track record in executive leadership make him the ideal leader for GateHouse Treatment.

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  • NASHUA, N.H., Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- GateHouse Treatment, a premier addiction and behavioral health service provider, proudly welcomes Theodore Bender, PhD, MBA, as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
  • Dr. Bender's exceptional background in clinical psychology, distinguished education, and remarkable track record in executive leadership make him the ideal leader for GateHouse Treatment.
  • As CEO of GateHouse, Dr. Bender spearheads the mission of providing top-tier addiction & behavioral health services.
  • As CEO of GateHouse, Dr. Bender spearheads the mission of providing top-tier addiction & behavioral health services.

Lukas Nelson and Special Guest Emily King Join Forces with The Soho Sessions to Raise Support for National Alliance on Mental Health Hawaii After Devastation in Maui

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화요일, 9월 26, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Soho Sessions, an exclusive music-driven community known for curating exceptional live experiences in NYC, returns on Saturday, September 30th with a performance by Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and musician Lukas Nelson, with Grammy-nominated singer Emily King as a special guest. The show will bring the pair back together after they collaborated on the song “Bad Memory” on King’s new album Special Occasion. The Soho Sessions is produced by RWE Partners.

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  • The show will bring the pair back together after they collaborated on the song “Bad Memory” on King’s new album Special Occasion.
  • The Soho Sessions will be open to a select number of invited in-person guests, and for the first time ever, will air to the general public at 9 p.m.
  • Past Soho Sessions have featured Joe Bonamassa with Robert Randolph, Steve Earle with Larkin Poe, and Louis Cato with Brittney Spencer.
  • For more information about The Soho Sessions and to sign up for the September 30th broadcast of the show, visit www.thesohosessions.com .

lululemon’s Third Annual Global Wellbeing Report Reveals the “Wellbeing Dilemma”: Though People Are Increasingly Prioritizing It, It’s Not Improving

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목요일, 9월 21, 2023

This “Wellbeing Dilemma” is the result of a troubling paradox: the prioritization of wellbeing is not resulting in an improvement in wellbeing.

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  • This “Wellbeing Dilemma” is the result of a troubling paradox: the prioritization of wellbeing is not resulting in an improvement in wellbeing.
  • While the Global Wellbeing Index score has remained stagnant at 66, there is hope and an opportunity to learn from those with higher wellbeing.
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    lululemon releases third annual Global Wellbeing Report.
  • In fact, multiple barriers to wellbeing feel harder to overcome and social pressures make wellbeing feel harder to achieve:
    30% don’t have the time to think about their wellbeing.