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 […]
As we head into summer, vacation planning, and all the fun this season can bring, I wanted to introduce you to one of my favorite concepts. Its name is “the Moment Fairy” and I admit, it has spoiled more than one of my best laid plans over the years. It is my hope that if […]
Welcome to National Women’s Health Week (NWHW) 2024! Did you know that starting in 2000, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) designated the first Women’s National Health Week, encouraging women to prioritize their health? Followed by the National Women’s Check-up Day three years later, HHS has been designing evidence-based guides and public […]