The pandemic has revealed what many people with suicidal thinking know and others may have taken for granted: human connection is lifesaving.
USATODAY.COM
The lifesaving lesson suicidal people can teach a world in a pandemic
Here are a few podcasts for good, honest conversation about mental health. https://mashable.com/article/mental-health-podcasts/
MASHABLE.COM
8 podcasts that talk honestly about mental health
Shana Tova to those who are celebrating Rosh Hashanah!
Skyland Trail updated their info in the about section.
What's the biggest change you or a loved one has made as a result of hard work in treatment? Tell us in the comments or tag us in a story.
Preliminary data show the pandemic has already negatively affected mental health, particularly for college students.
NBCNEWS.COM
College students brace for the 'second curve' of COVID-19 — its mental health impact
Join us for the 2020 Benefits of Laughter online event from the comfort of your home! This year we combine stories of strength from our clients and families, a salute to our mental health heroes, and comedy performances sure to inspire laughter even during this challenging time.
In its history, Benefits of Laughter has raised nearly $14 million dollars to help individuals receive world-class psychiatric treatment at Skyland Trail. While we cannot physically gather, we are delighted to bring you this year's program free of charge, and invite you to make a contribution to provide necessary financial resources for families in crisis. Join us for an evening you won't soon forget!
Reserve your seat today at skylandtrail.org/benefits-of-laughter.
Celebrating indigenous peoples today. Learn more about native and indigenous communities and mental health. https://www.mhanational.org/issues/native-and-indigenous-communities-and-mental-health
Happy National Coming Out Day!
One year ago today, we celebrated #WorldMentalHealthDay with the grand opening of the J. Rex Fuqua Campus for Adolescents. Since then, we've helped teens and their families discover and build coping skills and healthy habits to provide a roadmap to a healthy future.
To learn more about the residential psychiatric treatment program for teens ages 14-17, visit skylandtrail.org/adolescent.
The joint effort from Georgia State University, Georgia Tech, and Emory University researchers aims to use complex brain imaging data to develop a tool for predicting medication response in individuals with a mental illness.
NEWS.GSU.EDU
Georgia State Researchers Developing Tool To Predict Medication Response in Mental Health Patients
There is hope for students with mental health needs as there are several ways to secure academic and behavioral support.
NAMI.ORG
3 Types of School Supports to Help Students with Mental Health Conditions | NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness
Did you miss Benefits of Laughter?
Catch-up on everything you missed at #BOL2020 and watch the entire event:
https://www.skylandtrail.org/support-us/fundraising-events/benefits-of-laughter/
SKYLANDTRAIL.ORG
ICYMI: Benefits of Laughter Fundraising Event
#GivingTuesday is only one week away! Do you have a plan for how you will participate in this global day of giving?
SKYLANDTRAIL.ORG
Giving Tuesday at Skyland Trail
The University System of Georgia is working on a plan to address mental health for students as many of them have limited access to such services during the coronavirus pandemic.
AJC.COM
Georgia colleges work on plan to improve mental health on campuses
Thank you to everyone involved for making the first virtual Benefits of Laughter a success!
SKYLANDTRAIL.ORG
Virtual Benefits of Laughter Raises More Than $1 Million for Mental Health Treatment
“It’s like a safety net. This is someone I trust, who knows my history, and that’s comforting. I wish everybody had it.”
NYTIMES.COM
You’re Not Too Old to Talk to Someone
Happy Diwali to everyone who is celebrating the festival of lights!
We're excited to announce the arrival of Piper Coffey, LCSW, as the Vice President of Adolescent Clinical Services. In this role, Piper will guide clinical programming for the adolescent treatment programs offered at the J. Rex Fuqua Campus.
Please give Piper a warm welcome!
At Skyland Trail, we inspire people with mental illness to thrive through a holistic program of evidence-based psychiatric treatment, integrated medical care, research, and education. #OfferingHope #ChangingLives
Stigma stems from fear. Education and honest conversation have the power to change how many still view issues related to mental health.
SHONDALAND.COM
The Fight to Destigmatize Mental Illness
Although mental illness places an incredible strain on families and relationships, we believe family plays an integral role in our clients' long-term health and wellness.
Learn about the many opportunities available at Skyland Trail for families to support their loved one's progress in treatment and work toward strengthening the family system as well.
SKYLANDTRAIL.ORG
Helping Families Heal
In recognition of Black History Month, our friends at SilenceTheShame are hosting a free webinar tonight at 7:00 EST on the History of Mental Health in the Black Community. Please register at the link below.
https://bit.ly/2LeBGvU
Spoiler alert: Yes, you should still go.
THEMIGHTY.COM
Should I Still Go to Therapy If I Have Nothing to Say Today?
From April to October 2020, hospitals across the U.S. saw a 24% increase in the proportion of mental health emergency visits for children ages 5 to 11, and a 31% increase for children ages 12 to 17, according to the CDC.
NPR.ORG
'I've Tried Everything': Pandemic Worsens Child Mental Health Crisis
