Revolutionizing Public Health Approaches: Harm Reduction Vending Machines
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Discover how Harm Reduction Vending Machines are transforming public health in Wisconsin communities
Setting Goals and Intentions
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Happy New Year! As we are starting our journey into 2024, we not only begin to reflect on our unproductive actions, but we also consider the actions we took that led to great results, which we want to continue. A recent survey of 2,000 individuals conducted by OnePoll, an international marketing research agency, found that […]
Structurally Engineered Trauma in Mental Health
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Exploring the profound impact of structural inequity on mental health, uncover a compelling insight into how societal systems contribute to individual trauma and the journey towards recovery.
Mental Health and Wellness During the Holidays
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Find peace this holiday season with self-care. Embrace wellness amidst festivities and reach out for support to navigate this winter’s emotional landscape. You’re not alone.
Three Myths and Truths About Couples Counseling
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Couples counseling, often misunderstood as a failure, is a growth tool that strengthens relationships and overcomes harmful myths.
Eliminate Stigma, by eliminating stigma
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Have you ever wondered about the power of a single word? How does that word shape our collective journey towards recovery and wellness? This reflection takes us deep into the world of stigma within the realm of mental health and substance use, uncovering how it acts as both a barrier and a catalyst for change. […]
Mentally Fit Men: It’s Time We Talk About Men’s Mental Health
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Dispelling the myths of masculinity and mental health. Embrace your emotions, prioritize mental well-being, and break the stigma. Your mental fitness matters.
Dispelling the Stigma Surrounding Psychotherapy
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Much is written and done to battle stigma in mental health these days. Groups such as WISE put out wonderful content to educate the public and eradicate stigma. One primary goal of stigma reduction is to get people past their shame to a point of being willing to seek help for their mental health. Yet there […]
The Role of Peer Support for Persons with Substance Use and Mental Health Challenges
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Explore the impact of peer support in substance use and mental health recovery. Uncover the history, roles, and benefits of peer support workers in fostering understanding, respect, and empowerment.
Substance Use Stigma: The Impact on Adolescent Substance Use
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“Hello, my name is Gabrielle, and I am an addict”. This is the way people in recovery are generally introduced in recovery meetings. They say their name and declare their addiction to substances. This process over decades has created an identity. The statement, “I am an addict”, has become a point of pride for some, […]