Mental Health In The News

Michael McCartan: Troubled ex-athlete puts Super Bowl in perspective - Port Huron Times Herald

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 05:41 GMT

Michael McCartan: Troubled ex-athlete puts Super Bowl in perspective
Port Huron Times Herald
But the periods of elation alternated with episodes of deep depression. Like many people with undiagnosed mental illnesses, Robbins began self-medicating. His choices were alcohol, marijuana and steroids. Here was a young man at the peak of his ...

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Around Town - Idaho Mountain Express and Guide

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 23:29 GMT

Around Town
Idaho Mountain Express and Guide
... uplifting family film "Dolphin Tale" and the critically acclaimed "Helen," about a woman and her family dealing with mental illness, will sign copies of her book about her philanthropic work and how it rose from her own recovery from depression.

Maine Voices: Community must take proactive steps to aid those with mental illness - Press Herald

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 23:01 GMT

Maine Voices: Community must take proactive steps to aid those with mental illness
Press Herald
People with mental illnesses are able to live productive, quality lives, and recovery is possible, but proper treatment is required. Mental illness is not exclusive – it affects the rich and the poor and everyone in between. Unfortunately, the stigma ...

Program to help with behavioral issues - Massillon Independent

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:59 GMT

Program to help with behavioral issues
Massillon Independent
By Anonymous Basics, a free six-week education program for parents, teachers and professionals involved with children who have or are at risk for an emotional disturbance/behavioral disorder or mental illness diagnosis, will begin Feb. 29.

HEALTH CALENDAR - Wilkes Barre Times-Leader

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:54 GMT

HEALTH CALENDAR
Wilkes Barre Times-Leader
support group for people with anxiety, panic attacks and depression, 7-9 pm, Dorranceton United Methodist Church, 549 Wyoming Ave., Kingston. Call Peggy at 288-0266. RECOVERY THROUGH JESUS: a bible-based addiction recovery group, 11 am, ...

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'Art of Recovery' exhibition slated - The Free Lance-Star

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 23:18 GMT

'Art of Recovery' exhibition slated
The Free Lance-Star
The eighth annual "The Art of Recovery" exhibit is set for May, and the Rappahannock Area Community Services Board is seeking entries. The annual show features original works of art by adults with mental illness. It is organized by members of the ...