I don’t know who determined that self-care awareness month would be September, but it was a great call. September is when we go back to school. September is when we are in transition between summer and school schedules. September is when we face whether we are adjusting well to the change in busyness, focus, and […]
College is a time often full of “mistakes.” At least, that is what the media portrays and how many of us think about some of the things we did during those years. But, what if we framed that conversation differently? What if some things are mistakes but, many more are a reflection of the developmental […]
The beginning of September marks Suicide Prevention Week, giving us a focused opportunity to learn and think compassionately about suicidal ideation (thoughts of suicide), suicide attempts, and those we have lost. In the spirit of compassion, I wanted to take a moment to highlight some numbers and then, move in for a close-up view of […]
The media-driven image of a student going off to college is often one of happiness, even elation, leaving home to make new friends and have wonderful experiences. However, what we know to be true is many college students struggle, at least to some degree, with the transition to college. In addition to homesickness, many students simply […]
While the stereotype of students going off to college is that they are excited to “finally” be on their own, the reality may be different. For a variety of different reasons, many students struggle to feel comfortable, included, and “welcome” in their new college experience. 3 Common Reasons Students Struggle to Feel Welcome at College […]
While National Minority Health Awareness Month is in April, we can explore a specific extension of that in July through National Minority (BIPOC) Mental Health Awareness Month! Why the Distinction? BIPOC groups have long been subject to bias and racial inequality in medical care, training, and awareness by providers of symptom presentation. And, while it […]
June is a fantastic month. It is the host to many weddings, outdoor events, and summer nights before things get too sweltering in July and August. For this reason, June is also a great month to talk about exercise. Given how comfortable it is outside, maybe we’ll all get a few more steps in! The […]
Throughout the year, Partners in Prevention shares awareness blogs related to public health issues. Similar to when the government establishes official holidays, the value of designating official awareness months and days is the focused attention (and finances!) it can give to a particular issue. This month’s focus is Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). June 27th was […]
Depending on how you count, there are either twelve or thirteen weeks throughout June, July, and August. Partners in Prevention thought it might be fun to provide a list that would allow you to watch at least one excellent movie each week that would not only be enjoyable, but also serve to increase our understanding, compassion, and […]
As spring warms the air, many of us will begin thinking about summer plans, summer adventures, and — summer clothes. For those who struggle with negative body image, this spring may be an especially difficult time. Not only are we beginning to reengage with one another more in person but, we are also doing so […]