Mental Health News
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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
Laughter filled the Norwalk Concert Hall during the Comedy Night featuring stage and screen star Tommy Davidson and Friends to benefit Keystone House, Inc. on Saturday, November 3, 2012. - November 11, 2012 - Keystone House, Inc.
Managing Fear Author Announces How His Book Can Help Celebs and Others Deal with Their Addictions
With an Increased Number of Celebrities and Others Dealing with Rehab and Addiction, A Layman's Guide to Managing Fear is an excellent book to help any person regardless of social status. - November 03, 2012 - managingfear.com
A New Book A Layman’s Guide to Managing Fear Available
A New Book A Layman’s Guide to Managing Fear is Available. - November 01, 2012 - managingfear.com
Eden Autism Services Florida Names Debby Lasek Advocate of the Month
Award recognizes people and organizations who are advocates for autism by increasing awareness, raising funds or providing leadership in support of autism. - October 26, 2012 - Eden Autism Services Florida
YouMeBPD.com Takes on Mental Health Malpractice During Mental Illness Awareness Week 2012
As part of Mental Illness Awareness Week 2012: Oct. 7-13, 2012, the blog "YouMeBPD.com," brought attention to mental health malpractice. - October 25, 2012 - YouMeBPD.com
Pornaddiction.com Launches New Site to Help People Overcome Addiction
As information becomes more plentiful than ever thanks to the Internet, it is hardly surprising that levels of online pornography viewing are also on the rise. In fact, the statistics are startling. Every second, a whopping $3,075.64 is being spent on pornography and 28,258 people are looking at it... - October 22, 2012 - Pornaddiction.com
Capita's 6th National Improving Dementia Care Conference - 23rd January 2013, Central London
Address the challenges associated with delivering the Prime Minister’s Challenge on Dementia and meet the 2014 deadline for full implementation of Living Well with Dementia: A National Dementia Strategy. - October 17, 2012 - Capita Conferences
Local Agency Celebrates 30th Anniversary - Amistad Will be Holding an Open House to Acknowledge 30 Years of Providing Services to Individuals with Mental Illness
Amistad was created in 1982 to be a safe place where individuals with mental illness would be treated with dignity and respect. It remains true to that vision. It has since grown into the largest consumer directed agency in Maine, and a national leader in developing and delivering services that are delivered by individuals in recovery from mental health issues. - October 11, 2012 - Amistad, Inc
Results of Type C Guidance Meeting with Food & Drug Administration (FDA) of ZYDIS® ODT Fluoxetine in the Treatment of Repetitive Behaviors in Autism
Autism Therapeutics LLC ("Autism Therapeutics") announced today that the Type C Guidance Meeting with FDA to discuss the ZYDIS® ODT Fluoxetine / Autism program has taken place. The FDA and Autism Therapeutics discussed the completion of the Phase III development of the program... - October 09, 2012 - Autism Therapeutics LLC
Free e-Book, "Hidden Bible Taboos" is Offered by Clinical Psychological Services, LLC to Assist 2012 Doomsday Religious Addicts and Family Members
With the soon approach of December 21, 2012, and recent news media putting fear into viewers regarding the end of the world, some religious people have already started doing bizarre things such as building compounds, hording food, and stock piling weapons. In an effort to assist those that may be... - October 09, 2012 - Clinical Psychological Services, LLC
MaleSurvivor States Sentencing of Sandusky is the Beginning of the Next Chapter, Not the End of the Story
1 out of 6 young males are sexually abused by "Sanduskys" all over the US; MaleSurvivor says the work of healing has only just begun; remains committed to working with survivors and Penn State. - October 09, 2012 - MaleSurvivor: National Organization against Male Sexual Victimization
Announcing a New Book Containing 365+1 Tips, Strategies and Solutions for Succeeding with ADHD
Brand-new collaborative book joins experts from around the world to give people with ADHD a year’s worth of tips to help them succeed with ADHD! - October 05, 2012 - Coaching for ADHD
Dilwyn Symes M.D. Announces the Opening of His Private Practice in Psychiatry at the Exton Medical Arts Building
Dr. Dilwyn Symes, Board Certified Psychiatrist is excited to announce the opening on October 15, 2012 of his private practice at 80 Welsh Pool Road, Exton Medical Arts Building, Exton PA. Dr. Symes focuses his practice on the principles of availability, useful diagnosis and decisive treatment. He... - October 04, 2012 - Exton Medical Arts Associates
Invisible Disabilities Champions Join the Expedition in Lone Tree, Colorado for the Invisible Disabilities Association’s 5th Annual Honors Award Banquet on Oct. 14, 2012
Colorado based Invisible Disabilities Association honors individuals and organizations from Colorado and around the nation at their fifth annual awards banquet in Lone Tree, CO on Oct. 14, 2012. Keynote speakers will be world record holder, adventure athlete Antarctic Mike (Pierce) and his wife, Angela. Renowned Radio Host Rick Crandall of Studio 1430 KEZW will be the Master of Ceremonies. Roselyn Saunders, local community volunteer extraordinaire, is this year’s Honorary Banquet Chair. - September 27, 2012 - Invisible Disabilities Association
Keystone Sunset Cruise a Success
On August 22, 2012, over 40 people enjoyed a sunset cruise to benefit Norwalk based Keystone House. Aboard the new 45 ft. Norwalk Seaport Association’s ferry, the guests enjoyed a narrated tour of the Norwalk Islands as well as learning more about Keystone, a Norwalk based not for profit,... - September 21, 2012 - Keystone House, Inc.
The Center for Health and Healing is Pleased to Announce the Addition of a New Therapist
The Center for Health and Healing is pleased to announce the addition of a new therapist to The Center as an independent contractor. Ellen Santolucito is a native New Orleanian. She attended college at the University of New Orleans where she received her Bachelors degree in Psychology and her... - September 17, 2012 - The Center for Health and Healing
Lighthouse Assisted Living Facilities Announces September Programs and Activities for Residents with Dementia Disorders
Lighthouse Assisted Living Homes Centennial Announces September Programs and Activities for Residents with Dementia Disorders at the Three Homes in Centennial - September 15, 2012 - Lighthouse Assisted Living Inc.
Marine Corps Orders Suicide Prevention Study
The American Association of Suicidology (AAS) is set to launch a two-year long psychological autopsy research study for the U.S. Marine Corps, the goal of which is to translate research findings into more effective prevention strategies. Researchers will conduct in-depth interviews with friends,... - September 12, 2012 - American Association of Suicidology
Global Federation of Chinese Business Women Supports Mental Health Programs for Asian Americans
The Global Federation of Chinese Business Women Southern USA Chapter has chosen Asian American Family Services as their organization of choice to receive a generous donation of $2,000 to help further AAFS’s mission of enhancing the mental health and social well-being of the Asian Americans in... - September 08, 2012 - Asian American Family Services
Judge Orders Maryland Dept. of Human Resources to Cease Extensive Violations of Its Own Residential Child Care Laws
In a ruling that is startling in its implications, a Montgomery County Circuit Court judge has ordered the Maryland Department of Human Resources (DHR) to refrain from the abusive tactics it has pursued in shutting down a 40-year-old business that serves adolescent children in the Maryland/DC metro... - August 30, 2012 - Koba Institute, Inc.
A4M Speaker Dr. Amen Speaks on Success, Brain, and Health
Renowned Psychiatrist Explains the secrets to success begins with the brain. - August 29, 2012 - The American Academy of Anti-Aging
Walden Behavioral Care Launches Area’s First Dedicated In-Patient Program for Mood Disorders
First in-patient care program in New England exclusively for adults needing treatment for depression, bipolar disorder and other mood disorders. - August 23, 2012 - Walden Behavioral Care
New ACT App Brings Innovation to Facing Anxiety
New apps based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy are set to provide innovative and affordable relief for anxiety. - August 11, 2012 - MindEye Creations
Research at University of Houston Finds Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Effective in Combatting Anxiety Disorders
Combination of Treatments Provides Improvement for Disorders Such as Fear of Flying, Public Speaking or Spiders - August 04, 2012 - University of Houston
Oak Creek Center Responds to Need for Affordable Counseling
Oak Creek Counseling Center has recently hired more therapists at their three community counseling clinics in Pleasant Hill, Berkeley, and San Francisco. The addition of therapists is a response to the need for affordable mental health counseling in the wake of statewide mental health care budget cuts. - August 04, 2012 - Oak Creek Counseling Center
Through the Withering Storm, a Brief History of a Mental Illness
With a foreword by Dr. Brian Bishop, Psychiatrist, this book breaks new ground in giving people a window into the world of a young man afflicted by one of the most disabling and difficult mental health problems known to man, bipolar disorder, or manic depression. This candid and fearless work will change the way you look at people you once shunned. - August 03, 2012 - Leif Gregersen
New Research Focuses on Treatment for Perpetrator, Not Victim
Batterers Improve Communication Skills in Experiment - August 02, 2012 - University of Houston
Alzheimer’s Disease: New Book Provides Critical, Evidence-Based Answer
Official Release of Anticipated Book by Dr. David Leonardi and Dr. Nathan Daley - July 24, 2012 - Leonardi Institute
French Edition of the Complete Guide to Relational Therapy Launched
Psychologist Codrin Stefan Tapu launched the French translation of his book The Complete Guide to Relational Therapy. In e-book format, "Le guide complet à la thérapie relationnelle" will allow French readers to become more familiar with this type of psychological treatment. - July 21, 2012 - Institute for Relational Therapy
Learn Valuable Tips and Techniques to Succeed with ADHD from Leading World Authors and Experts at Free Telesummit
Brand new telesummit gathers 9 ADHD experts to show people with ADHD how to maximize their potential and natural talents to succeed with ADHD. - July 19, 2012 - Coaching for ADHD
Capita’s 3rd National Conference on Improving Mental Health in the Criminal Justice System – Thursday 18th October 2012 – Central London
Capita releases details of its 3rd National Conference on Improving Mental Health in the Criminal Justice System is taking place on Thursday, 18th October, 2012 in Central London. - July 19, 2012 - Capita Conferences
Spanish Edition of The Complete Guide to Relational Therapy Launched
Psychologist Codrin Stefan Tapu launched the Spanish edition of his book The Complete Guide to Relational Therapy. In e-book format, "La guía completa a la terapia relacional" will allow Spanish readers to become more familiar with this type of psychotherapy. The e-book is... - July 18, 2012 - Institute for Relational Therapy
Dr. Karen Sherman Appeared on "Outreach Today" Radio Show
De. Karen Sherman was a guest on the "Outreach Today" Show to speak about mental health issues. - July 17, 2012 - Dr. Karen Sherman
Miraculous Mental, Emotional and Physical Improvement and Healing, Fact or Fiction?
Ben Raffi author of "Miracles Within" will show you how the impossible becomes possible and how you can instantly feel change, relief or heal with the powers of mind, divine energy and Arcangels. - July 16, 2012 - Miracles Within
Italian Edition of The Complete Guide to Relational Therapy Launched
Psychologist Codrin Stefan Tapu launched the Italian translation of his book The Complete Guide to Relational Therapy. In e-book format, "La guida completa alla terapia relazionale" will allow Italian readers to become more familiar with this type of psychotherapy. "Italians have... - July 16, 2012 - Institute for Relational Therapy