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A Layman’s Guide to Managing Fear Gathers Numerous Positive Reviews

Stan Popovich’s popular book “A Layman’s Guide to Managing Fear Using Psychology, Christianity and Non Resistant Methods” has gathered many positive reviews recently. Mr. Popovich’s book focuses on various techniques on how to manage fear, anxiety, stress, addiction,... - June 15, 2013 - managingfear.com

Local ADHD Expert to Speak at World’s Only Adult ADHD-Exclusive Conference

ADDA, the Attention Deficit Disorder Association, is proud to feature Granite Bay’s own Laurie Dupar, PMHNP, RN, PCC as a speaker at the upcoming 14th International Adult ADHD Conference, the world’s largest gathering on adult ADHD, taking place in Detroit, Michigan from July 18-21 at... - June 13, 2013 - Coaching for ADHD

Rogers Memorial Hospital Receives Community Distinction Award

Waukesha County Business Alliance and Biz Times Media present Rogers with Community Distinction Award during the Top 10 Businesses Award Luncheon. - June 12, 2013 - Rogers Memorial Hospital

AIO Technology to Offer OpenEMRCloud

AIO Technology is now offering OpenEMR as a Cloud service out of its Minneapolis based data center. OpenEMR is an open-source system that is a medical practice management, electronic medical records, prescription writing, and medical billing solution. OpenEMR is ONC-ATB Ambulatory EHR 2011-2012... - June 04, 2013 - AIO Technology

It Weren't for Our Brains We Would be Well; Discover How Our Intelligence Can Keep Us from Doing What We Know to do

Humanity pays a price for having a highly creative brain that has created, without our knowledge or permission, the “self,” an image of who our brain thinks we are that operates under its own rules, with the power to keep us from doing what we know to do. - June 03, 2013 - A Better Way of Thinking

Antipsychotic Drug Market and Forecasts, 2013 to 2018 Research Report Submitted by Transparency Market Research

Transparency Market Research Report Adds "Antipsychotic Drugs Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, And Forecast, 2012 - 2018" to its database. - May 25, 2013 - Transparency Market Research

University of Houston Opens Anxiety and Health Research Lab Substance Use Treatment Clinic

Clinical Research Lab Provides Free Evaluation and Treatment for Anxiety and Substance Use - May 19, 2013 - University of Houston

Lev Leytzan’s Elderhearts Program Receives Grant from Alzheimer’s Foundation of America

Lev Leytzan’s Elderheart progam was recently awarded a $5,000 grant from the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA). Elderhearts, the newest of Lev Leytzan’s programs, reaches out to people with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias with interactive experiences designed... - May 09, 2013 - Lev Leytzan: The Heart of Therapeutic Clowning, Inc.

International Resiliency Experts to Gather for Conference at Reed College

Join an international panel of Resiliency experts for this interactive conference exploring how people in different cultures and situations respond to difficult circumstances. Runs concurrently with the 37th annual Summer Institute for Intercultural Communication on the Reed College campus. (Separate registration required.) - May 09, 2013 - Al Siebert Resiliency Center

Dennis Blackman, LPC, LADC, Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication

Dennis Blackman, LPC, LADC, of Atoka, Oklahoma has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Dennis Blackman, LPC, LADC Mr. Blackman has over 11 years experience in the healthcare... - May 03, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide

Letting Go: Compelling Fictionalized Autobiography Raises Vital Funds & Awareness for Suicide Prevention

Based on her experiences as a suicide survivor, Carrie Lange’s "Letting Go" hopes to save lives by giving pause to someone who is contemplating suicide, if only long enough for them to reach out for the help they need. With all profits donated to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, Lange is working voraciously to give thousands the help and support they need to stay alive. - April 30, 2013 - Carrie Lange

Why Should Psychologist and Counselors Pay Special Attention to Latinos in May?

During the month of May special attention is dedicated to the importance of mental well-being and holistic wellness. May is the National Mental Health Month and many mental health professionals emphasize the importance of living complete general, mental and social well-being. According to the US Department of Health and Human Services, poverty level affects mental health status. - April 27, 2013 - Alaniz Counseling and Behavioral Center

PatientClick® Selected by Maryland Health Care Commission for Product Portfolio

PatientClick EHR SaaS application selected by MHCC eliminates the stress of the selection process for Clinical Staff, and the costly integration process. Providers from State of Maryland will get special discounted price and additional services at much lower price as part of this program. - April 26, 2013 - PatientClick

Pennyroyal Studio and Autism Speaks Release Puzzle Piece Charm

Pennyroyal Studio and Autism Speaks announce collaborative sterling silver Puzzle Piece Charm to benefit Autism Speaks. - April 23, 2013 - Pennyroyal Studio

Boston Tragedy: What Happens Next Matters Most

Author and resilience expert provides solutions for dealing with the mental and emotional impact of the Boston marathon bombing. - April 19, 2013 - Cheryl Hunter International

Concept Healthcare Unveils New Website to Serve as Complete Training Resource for Nursing Home Industry

Concept Healthcare, an innovator in the delivery of online training and resources for psychologists and behavioral/healthcare professionals, today announced the launch of its new website. This site brings together an extensive collection of training, resources and tools all in one easy to use location where visitors can easily search, review, share and purchase with just a few clicks. - April 16, 2013 - Concept Healthcare

Litesprite Selected as Finalist in Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Games to Generate Data Challenge

Company’s innovative game is designed to help people manage anxiety and depression through gameplay. - April 12, 2013 - Litesprite

Valley Services Receives Best of Utah Award for Best Humanitarian Organization

Valley Mental Health is delighted to announce that Valley Services has received the prestigious Best of Utah – Humanitarian Organization Award. - April 10, 2013 - Valley Mental Health Foundation

The Cottages at Clear Lake Opens an Additional Luxury Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care Residence

The Cottages at Clear Lake, an assisted living residence specializing in care of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other memory disorders, completed an additional luxury residence, The North Cottage, that is now open. These high-end, luxury residences are unique in their design and... - April 07, 2013 - The Cottages at Chandler Creek

Valley Mental Health Taking a New Direction

VMH Expands Management Team - April 06, 2013 - Valley Mental Health Foundation

Harley Street Trance Specialist Voted "Hypnotherapist of the Year"

Harley Street Hypnotherapist, Trevor Hoskisson, receives international recognition as "Hypnotherapist of the Year" at the Association of Professional Coaches, Trainers and Consultants Annual Awards Ceremony. - April 04, 2013 - Advanced Hypnotherapy UK

International Dementia Conference 2013, Phoeonix

The International Dementia Conference 2013 is coming to Phoenix, Arizon. This event is both sponsored and hosted by Dementia Therapy Specialists US and Dementia Doctor UK. The all inclusive conference is aimed at everyone working on the front line of dementia care, including ED's, Administrators, doctors and nurses of all disciplines, Home Managers, Care Workers, Social Workers, Researchers, educators and of course people living with dementia. - April 03, 2013 - Dementia Therapy Specialists

CarePlus Foundation Announces 15th Annual Courage Awards Gala

Paramus based CarePlus Foundation will honor local community members at its 15th Annual Courage Awards Gala on May 29, 2013. - March 23, 2013 - Care Plus Foundation

Virginia Z. Gordon, Recently Recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals

Virginia Z. Gordon of Towson, Maryland, has recently been recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as Professional of the Year 2013 for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Mental Health. About Virginia Z. Gordon Virginia Z. Gordon is a Licensed... - March 21, 2013 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals

Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Awards $25,000 Grant to Boulder Crest Retreat

Donation to new Virginia facility to provide therapeutic services for wounded warriors. - March 20, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes

La Frontera Arizona – EMPACT-SPC Hosts Inaugural “Extreme Empact” VIP Event at US Airways Center

The Board of Directors at La Frontera Arizona – EMPACT-SPC called on the Phoenix Suns this year to host, help publicize and raise awareness of their first annual Extreme Empact VIP event, launching the “Reach Out. Check In. Save a Life” Campaign. This successful event was held on... - March 07, 2013 - La Frontera-EMPACT SPC

Through The Withering Storm: A Brief History of a Mental Illness Now Available in Paperback in Time for Bipolar Awareness Month

Through the Withering Storm, a book by Leif Gregersen, up until now only available as an ebook, has now been re-edited and released on amazon. This book tells the story of one young man's broken dreams and shattered relationships as he deals with Bipolar Disorder. - February 26, 2013 - Leif Gregersen

Mattie Miracle Sponsors Multidisciplinary Think Tank to Develop Psychosocial Standards of Care for Childhood Cancer

Mattie Miracle Cancer Foundation sponsored a multidisciplinary think tank for the development of standards of care for the psychosocial needs of children and families with childhood cancer. The Think Tank was held at the American Psychosocial Oncology Society's (APOS) 10th annual conference in February 2013. Mattie Miracle also received the APOS Outstanding Community Service Award for 2013 during the conference. - February 24, 2013 - Mattie Miracle Cancer Foundation

Love Builder - a Relationship Building App for Couples

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Dr. Sally Palaian launches a free and fun relationship app designed to help couples grow closer together. Love Builder, a free app on iPhone® and Android™ helps couples grow their relationship together. The app provides fun and spontaneous... - February 06, 2013 - Positive Self Center

Capita Conferences Announce Their National Transforming Mental Health Conference – 26 March 2013, London

Seize this opportunity to hear from and network with mental health leaders from across the country. And learn how to contribute to the transformation of mental health. - February 03, 2013 - Capita Conferences

Capita Conferences Announce Their National Improving Mental Health Services in the Criminal Justice System Conference – 29 April 2013, London

The revisiting of Lord Bradley’s recommendations and the Government’s commitment to improve liaison and diversion services, present new opportunities for effective joint working at a local level. Improving Mental Health Services in the Criminal Justice System Conference is a great opportunity to prepare for the new health commissioning landscape which comes into force in April 2013, and meet the deadline of implementing effective liaison and diversion services at all police custody suites. - February 02, 2013 - Capita Conferences

Praise for Terremoto Grande's Saddle Up, Charlie from the Mental Health Community

Saddle Up, Charlie appears at first blush to be a sports book, the life story of an All-American football player. Keep reading; push beyond the tales of yards gained and touchdowns scored and you will learn about the cruelty of bi-polar disorder. - January 31, 2013 - Terremoto Grande Publishing

Empathic and Polaris Join Forces to Help Improve the Delivery of Behavioral Health Care

The merging of Polaris's and Empathic's systems will provide a powerful solution for improving therapeutic outcomes: Clinicians will have more time for their patients, and a wealth of clinical data at their fingertips to help ensure patients receive the best course of care the first time around. - January 25, 2013 - Polaris Health Directions

Clinical Workshop on Tourette Syndrome and OCD Coming March 1 to Rutgers University

The New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome & Associated Disorders (NJCTS) will present "Beyond The Basics: Habit Reversal Training & Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy for Tourette Syndrome & Obsessive Compulsive Disorder." - January 10, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome

Social Workers, School Nurses Delve Into Treatment Approaches for Tourette Syndrome at Monmouth University Workshop

Dr. Richard Zakreski discussed the prevalence of co-morbid diagnosis with disorders such as anxiety, OCD, ADHD, depression and other conditions in the treatment of children and adolescents. - January 04, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome

New Language Classes Set to Begin January 15 at Maria Oliveira’s Language Learning Center

New Language Classes for Healthcare and Social services, online classes, language immersion program. - December 24, 2012 - Maria Oliveira

Tracy Crain Offers High-Quality Counseling Services to Tarrant County, Texas Residents

Tracy Crain, based out of Colleyville, Texas, understands that it can be healing to voice your troubles, worries and fears. Tracy Crain offers top-quality counseling and therapy at Tarrant County Counseling - her areas of expertise include addiction, sexual abuse, family and marriage counseling. - December 20, 2012 - Tracy Crain

3-C Family Services Launches Enhanced Website

Research-based Clinical Practice Updates Online Experience in Effort to Make Process Easier for Clients. - December 19, 2012 - 3-C Family Services

The Tennessee Divorce Client's Handbook: What Every Divorcing Spouse Needs to Know is Now Available on Amazon.com and Kindle

The Tennessee Divorce Client's Handbook, authored by Memphis divorce attorney Miles Mason, Sr., offers practical advice to individuals considering the possibility of divorce. This advice covers a wide variety of topics, such as what steps should be taken first, changing bank accounts, hiring a divorce team, and mediation do’s and don’ts. It also covers Tennessee-specific laws on child support, alimony, custody and parenting plans, and property division. - December 13, 2012 - Miles Mason Family Law Group, PLC

Families of U.S. Military Invited to Participate in Study

Pilot Study Examines Impact of Deployment of Families - December 13, 2012 - University of Houston

Williamsburg Place Announces Foundation

Foundation created at The Farley Center at Williamsburg Place to garner an even greater appreciation for addictive disease prevention and treatment. - December 12, 2012 - Diamond Healthcare Corporation

Award Winning Health Behavior Researcher and Bestselling Author Named ShareCare.com Expert for Dr. Oz Blog Network

National Institute of Whole Health’s Director Dr. Georgianna Donadio joins Sharecare.com hosted by Dr. Memhet Oz. - December 05, 2012 - National Institute of Whole Health

Polaris' Mental Health Outcomes System Highlighted in Integrating Science and Practice

The November issue of Integrating Science and Practice includes an article featuring Polaris-MH, an outcomes assessment system for screening, assessing and monitoring mental health in adult outpatient settings. - November 23, 2012 - Polaris Health Directions

Networking Event for Mental Health Professionals

The School of Professional Psychology at Forest Institute and the Robert J. Murney Clinic at Forest Institute will be hosting a networking event for mental health professionals in Springfield and the surrounding areas. This event, “The Couch”, will be held at Forest Institute, 2885 W. - November 21, 2012 - The Robert J. Murney Clinic

Reknowned Gamer Psychotherapist Digs Into Video Game Phenomenon “Minecraft"

Mike Langlois, a psychotherapist and Teaching Associate in Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School will be presenting at SXSW on the video game “Minecraft,” and its connections to human consciousness and mindfulness. The game creates a mediated environment for relationship, gives us memes to live by, and points the way towards deeper mindfulness and well-being. - November 15, 2012 - Mike Langlois, LICSW

Comedy Night with Tommy Davidson Introduces Keystone House to a New Audience