Social constructionism

University of Phoenix Survey Finds More Than Half of First Responders Feel There Are Job Repercussions For Seeking Professional Mental Health Counseling

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Wednesday, September 11, 2019
Articles, Disability, Mental health, Positive psychology, Social constructionism, First responder, University of Phoenix, Educational institutions

PHOENIX, Sept. 11, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --University of Phoenix today announced findings from their third annual first responders' survey regarding perceptions about mental health.

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  • PHOENIX, Sept. 11, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --University of Phoenix today announced findings from their third annual first responders' survey regarding perceptions about mental health.
  • However, despite a societal focus on mental health, first responders still face perception barriers in the workplace that could prevent them from seeking professional counseling.
  • According to the University of Phoenix online survey, more than half of first responders (57 percent) feel that there would be repercussions on the job for seeking professional counseling.
  • The survey suggests that many first responders do not feel that work is a safe place to discuss mental health.

Relentless Venture Fund Formalizes Commitment to Mental Health with Investment in Snapclarity

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Wednesday, September 11, 2019
Disability, Mental health, Positive psychology, Social constructionism

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 11, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Relentless Venture Fund (Relentless) today announced their investment in mental wellbeing and healthcare platform, Snapclarity Inc.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 11, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Relentless Venture Fund (Relentless) today announced their investment in mental wellbeing and healthcare platform, Snapclarity Inc.
  • The Relentless Venture Fund (Relentless/RVF) is a health technology venture capital fund dedicated to investing in preventative and proactive technology solutions that optimize health, activity and longevity.
  • Snapclarity Inc. is a leading digital mental wellbeing and healthcare solution that transforms how mental health support is accessed, delivered and experienced.
  • This connected care experience offers everyone on-demand mental healthcare through their smart devices - conveniently and discreetly integrating mental health support into their daily life.

New Solution for the Mental Health Crisis in America

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Tuesday, September 10, 2019
Articles, Contents, Disability, Mental health, Positive psychology, Social constructionism, Substance abuse, Health

U.S. employers lose $80-100 billion annually due to mental health and substance abuse.

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  • U.S. employers lose $80-100 billion annually due to mental health and substance abuse.
  • Depression is the cause of nearly 400 million lost workdays every year in America.
  • Through Joyages, clinical assessments and an exclusive Brain Health Screening are available for users to self-assess state of mind and mental health risks.
  • ACAP believes employers play a vital role in employee health and, by upgrading employee health, employers can upgrade the health of their business.

MindPath Care Centers Sponsoring Annual Foundation of Hope Charity Dinner and Auction

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Tuesday, September 10, 2019
Disability, Mental health, Positive psychology, Social constructionism

DURHAM, N.C., Sept. 10, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- MindPath Care Centers, the state's largest outpatient mental and behavioral healthcare provider, is pleased to announce sponsorship of Evening of Hope, the annual charity dinner and auction benefiting The Foundation of Hope for Research & Treatment of Mental Illness.

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  • DURHAM, N.C., Sept. 10, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- MindPath Care Centers, the state's largest outpatient mental and behavioral healthcare provider, is pleased to announce sponsorship of Evening of Hope, the annual charity dinner and auction benefiting The Foundation of Hope for Research & Treatment of Mental Illness.
  • Proceeds will help The Foundation of Hope continue to invest in scientific research and initiatives related to mental health.
  • The event also includes a five-course dinner, live auction and silent auction.
  • Jeff Williams, CEO of MindPath Care Centers at Carolina Partners, and R. Dewayne Book, M.D., Medical Director of the Addiction Recovery Center at MindPath Care Centers, will also be in attendance.

Mental Health Commission of Canada e-mental health report provides roadmap for reducing wait times and improving care

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Monday, September 9, 2019
Articles, Contents, Disability, Mental health, Positive psychology, Social constructionism, Health, Mental Health Commission of Canada

This project was a contributing factor in the reduction of wait times in mental health and addiction counselling services in the province by 68 per cent.

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  • This project was a contributing factor in the reduction of wait times in mental health and addiction counselling services in the province by 68 per cent.
  • I could not be prouder that weve got visiting mental health leaders from New Zealand in attendance today, the country where I first learned about e-mental health.
  • Louise Bradley, President and CEO, Mental Health Commission of Canada
    Newfoundland and Labrador is leading the country with its work in mental health and addictions.
  • We are pleased to have had the opportunity to collaborate on this initiative with the Mental Health Commission of Canada, Memorial University, the provinces four regional health authorities, and CHANNAL.

The Beauty of Guts - New Study Looks at People Who Listen to Their "Spidey Sense"

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Saturday, September 7, 2019
Human behavior, Articles, Academic disciplines, Accountability, Emotions, Moral psychology, Reputation management, Social constructionism, Trust

Here are some of the noteworthy differences between the two groups:

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  • Here are some of the noteworthy differences between the two groups:
    (Note: Scores range on a scale from 0 to 100.
  • If our guts can help us avoid certain mishaps, we learn to trust ourselves more, and trust in our ability to handle whatever comes our way.
  • This may be because they heed the inner voice that tells them to believe in and to follow their dreams.
  • The company's research division, Plumeus Inc., is supported in part by Research and Development Tax Credit awarded by Industry Canada.

Sixth Season of Healthy Minds with Dr. Jeffrey Borenstein, Emmy® Nominated Show, Launches Nationally in Mid-September

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Thursday, September 5, 2019
Articles, Contents, Health, Disability, Mental health, Positive psychology, Social constructionism, Mind

The series was nominated for a NY Emmy in 2018.

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  • The series was nominated for a NY Emmy in 2018.
  • Viewers can find the show in their area by searching for Healthy Minds with Dr. Jeffrey Borenstein in their local station listings.
  • The program also provides compelling perspectives on broader issues such as societys view of mental healthcare and its impact on the criminal justice system.
  • The goal of Healthy Minds, he adds, is to inspire conversations about mental illness and provide understandable information and resources for our viewers.

Report Finds North Dakota, Maryland and New Jersey Rank Best for a Combined Lower Prevalence of Mental Illness and Higher Access to Mental Health Care

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Thursday, September 5, 2019
Psychiatry, Health, Articles, Disability, Mental health, Positive psychology, Social constructionism, Mental health in the United States, Mental disorder, Mentally ill people in United States jails and prisons, Mental health in Australia

States with a high rate of access to mental health care tend to have low prevalence of mental illness.

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  • States with a high rate of access to mental health care tend to have low prevalence of mental illness.
  • North Dakota ranked 1st-overall with 11th-lowest mental illness prevalence and 12th-best access to care.
  • Using state ranking data from Mental Health America, we ranked each state 1 to 50 for prevalence of mental illness and access to mental health care.
  • Column 4: Access rankings 1-50, 1 having the highest access to mental health care and 50 having the lowest.

Eleanor Health Launched to Treat Opioid and Substance Use Disorders With Whole-Person Approach

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Wednesday, September 4, 2019
Disability, Mental health, Positive psychology, Social constructionism

Eleanor Health is led by seasoned healthcare innovator, CEO and Co-Founder Corbin Petro, formerly Founding CEO & President of Benevera Health.

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  • Eleanor Health is led by seasoned healthcare innovator, CEO and Co-Founder Corbin Petro, formerly Founding CEO & President of Benevera Health.
  • "We launched Eleanor Health to help people with addiction challenges live amazing lives by providing evidence-based, whole-person treatment for substance use disorders and mental health.
  • The founding team at Eleanor Health reflects a diversity of perspectives and experiences that mirrors the people Eleanor will serve.
  • "We refer to the people we serve as 'community members'," says Dr. Nzinga Harrison, Co-Founder and CMO of Eleanor Health.

Tivity Health Study Finds Increasing Physical Activity Improves Physical and Mental Health

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Wednesday, September 4, 2019
Articles, Determinants of health, Public health, Social inequality, Mental health, Positive psychology, Social constructionism, Health, Quality of life, Social determinants of health

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 4, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Today Tivity Health (Nasdaq: TVTY) announced the results of a new study published in the journal Quality of Life Research, which found that increasing frequency of participation in a fitness program improves physical and mental health for older adults.

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  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 4, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Today Tivity Health (Nasdaq: TVTY) announced the results of a new study published in the journal Quality of Life Research, which found that increasing frequency of participation in a fitness program improves physical and mental health for older adults.
  • The study tested how the health of SilverSneakers members was impacted by how many times each week they participated in the SilverSneakers program, using three standard industry measurement scales of physical and mental health.
  • "We know that physical activity and social engagement are important social determinants of health and this study demonstrates how a program like SilverSneakers can affect a senior's quality of life," said Steve Janicak, President, Healthcare Business Unit, Tivity Health .
  • In addition to measuring mental and physical health and resulting quality of life, the three scales are all important predictors of healthcare utilization and medical costs.