Month: August 2018

Mental Health First Aid

Mental Health First Aid

While it is important to know Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, the reality is that you are more likely to encounter someone who is experiencing a mental health crisis than a physical emergency. The National Council for Behavioral Health notes that each year, one in four Americans will 

Building Social Connections

Building Social Connections

Giving support is just as important as receiving it.  You depend on your friends and relatives, however, they rely on you, too.  To continue to build social connections in your life, ask others about their interests, families and jobs, etc., rather than simply focusing on 

Young Adult Books That Depict Mental Health Issues

Young Adult Books That Depict Mental Health Issues

As students enjoy the final weeks of Summer Break, it is the perfect time to read for pleasure. Increasing numbers of Young Adult books address mental health issues. Some recent favorites include the following eight titles. Essential Maps for the Lost by Deb Caletti explores