Behavioral Health News

When #outpatient #psychiatric #care falls short, #recovery may require more intensive #support. This piece explores the journey of two college #students navigating #MentalHealth challenges, highlighting the critical role of #ResidentialTreatment and #SocialLearning in fostering long-term recovery and #resilience. Access to appropriate care can transform lives. “When Outpatient Psychiatric Care Is Not Enough” By Eric M. Plakun, MD, and Thomas Franklin, MD Group for the Advancement of Psychiatry(GAP) ?? Read the article: https://lnkd.in/es3juWYG

#SubstanceUseDisorders (SUDs) and #suicide are interconnected challenges that often stem from shared factors such as #MentalHealth struggles, #trauma, and social #isolation. Addressing these issues requires a comprehensive approach, including early detection, integrated #treatment, #community #support, and proactive policy measures to foster #recovery and reduce #harm. “The Overlap of Substance Use Disorders and Suicide: Key Insights and Intervention Strategies” By Temitope Fabayo, BA, MBA DMC HomeCare ?? Read the article: https://lnkd.in/eUc7NYr7

#SouthAsian kids often face high expectations, #emotional suppression, and #MentalHealth struggles due to #cultural and familial pressures. Breaking the cycle requires open #conversations, mental health awareness, and redefining #success to prioritize emotional well-being. “The Burden of Being the “Good Child”: How South Asian Kids Suppress Mental Health Struggles” By Vishwani Sahai-Siddiqui, M.D. The Cognitive Quill ?? Read the article: https://lnkd.in/eFZhD6hm

The loss of a loved one to #suicide creates a ripple effect that deeply affects #family, friends, and #communities. #Survivors often face a complex mix of #grief, #guilt, and #MentalHealth struggles, while societal #stigma can hinder their #healing. Understanding these challenges highlights the importance of #support systems and tailored interventions to help those impacted by such a profound loss. “The Ripple Effect: Impact of Suicide on Family and Friends” By Glen Davis, MD INSTITUTE FOR COMMUNITY LIVING, INC ?? Read the article: https://lnkd.in/eWhu5pri

Survivor’s #Guilt is a complex #emotional experience often felt by loved ones following a #suicide, characterized by feelings of #responsibility, #regret, and #helplessness as they #struggle with the “what if.” While this guilt can be isolating and lead to #anxiety or #depression, #healing involves shifting focus from self-blame to self-forgiveness. Professional #help and #community connection can aid in the gradual process of moving forward and achieving emotional balance. “The Heavy Burden of Survivor’s Guilt: Understanding, Coping and Moving Forward” By Lorna Wittenrich, LMHC Dupont Counseling Group JFCS - The LJD Jewish Family & Community Services ?? Read the article: https://lnkd.in/dUtzs7Aj

#SuicidePrevention efforts can save lives and foster #hope for individuals and their communities. Through trauma-informed care, wraparound services, and innovative programs like Certified #Community Behavioral Health Clinics, Services for the UnderServed (S:US) addresses the root causes of suicidal ideation while promoting safety, connection, and #recovery. This #holistic approach highlights the power of collaboration, peer support, and training to reduce #stigma and build supportive networks. “Suicide Prevention and Response: Fostering Trust and Safety in Vulnerable Communities” By James G. Chavez, LCSW, and Dani York, LCAT, RDT Services for the UnderServed (S:US) ?? Read the article: https://lnkd.in/eXkgknrw

Every 11 minutes, a life is lost to #suicide in the United States, often without warning or a clear link to #MentalHealth conditions. Emerging #research highlights the complex interplay of biological, #psychological, and situational factors driving #suicidality, challenging traditional approaches to #prevention. “Suicide is NOT a Symptom” By Neil Leibowitz, MD, JD Chief Medical Officer Vita Health ?? Read the article: https://lnkd.in/e6FwV8ei

#MentalHealth #stigma remains prevalent in #SouthAsian communities, where collectivist #values and societal expectations often discourage open #discussions and professional #treatment. This #cultural reluctance, compounded by intergenerational #trauma and fear of social judgment, leads many individuals and families to endure mental health struggles in silence rather than seeking #support. “Therapy is for ‘Other People’: Why Many South Asian Parents Dismiss Mental Health Support” By Vishwani Sahai-Siddiqui, M.D. The Cognitive Quill ?? Read the article: https://lnkd.in/edjTQXqy

#Suicide is a critical issue affecting young people, with #schools playing a vital role in prevention by addressing #emotional and behavioral challenges. Through a multi-tiered approach, schools can implement strategies that promote #MentalHealth awareness, support at-risk students, and create a supportive environment to reduce suicide risk. Comprehensive mental health #education, early #intervention, and targeted #support are essential components in fostering #resilience and well-being among #students. “Schools and Suicide Prevention: A 3-Tiered Approach” By Scott Bloom, LCSW-R?? Director of Special Projects New York Psychotherapy and Counseling Center (NYPCC) ?? Read the article: https://lnkd.in/e_dXtiQ6

New York State is implementing a comprehensive, multi-pronged approach to #SuicidePrevention, combining clinical and public health efforts, expanding access to #MentalHealthCare, and targeting at-risk groups through programs like #LifeIsPrecious and #HAVENConnect. With significant investments and initiatives such as the #988SuicideAndCrisisLifeline, the state aims to reduce suicide rates and improve #MentalWellness across various populations, including #youth, #veterans, #FirstResponders, and #CommunitiesOfColor. “Saving Lives: New York State’s Comprehensive Approach to Suicide Prevention” By Ann M. Sullivan, MD Commissioner New York State Office of Mental Health ?? Read the article: https://lnkd.in/e5S4QDzE