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Stigma of Mental Health Slowly Dissipates
Daily Independent Article; Phoenix, AZ
If your mental state has made it difficult to do well at work or school, you’re not alone. It is estimated about one in five U.S. adults suffers from a diagnosable disorder in a given year. In 2021, that meant 57.8 million people lived with a mental illness. As work is done to eliminate the stigma around mental health, changes in health care and prevention services are helping the millions who struggle. At Southwest Behavioral & Health Services, Andrea Magana, a Program Director for Inpatient Crisis, helps those in trouble regain stability.
The Importance of Primary Well Check Visits for Your Child
Epic Kids Magazine Article; Phoenix, AZ
Attending well visits regularly over the course of your child’s growing up stages helps them transition to adult care when the time comes. They also keep you and your child on top of their health. It is recommended that children ages five and up should have a well check visit at least once a year. Southwest Family Medicine, a care team we offer that provides a wide variety of health care services for both adults and children ages three and up, is a great place to start.
Good Deeds Guide: Your Guide to Informed Giving in the Valley
EG Publishing Feature; Phoenix, AZ
As Tax Day approaches, and year-round, nonprofits need your support 24/365. Every dollar helps. Every hour of service helps. The more we all chip in to help our neighbors, the more good deeds we do, the better our community is for it. And the State of Arizona offers an opportunity to receive a dollar-for-dollar credit on your state income taxes when you donate to qualified organizations.
Homecoming Weekend Celebrates the Past and Present
GCU Magazine Article; Phoenix, AZ
Homecoming is just one of many Grand Canyon University events GCU President Brian Mueller looks forward to. But one feature in particular stands out to him: the Alumni Hall of Fame. It kicked off Homecoming Weekend on February 24th in the Havoc House. SB&H President and CEO Steven Sheets was one of the four alumni inducted into this year’s Alumni Hall of Fame and hand selected by the Office of Alumni Relations.
How Young People are Using Social Media to Drug Traffic
The Standard Article; Kingman, AZ
Protecting your child’s safety and exposure to illicit drugs can be challenging when the world is at their fingertips. Social media can be an easy outlet for young people to find and sell drugs, and teenagers are particularly vulnerable to social media drug trafficking because of their high social media usage. Social media platforms, such as Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, and Facebook are being utilized by drug trafficking networks in establishing new clientele and meeting the demand more directly and discreetly.
Southwest Behavioral & Health Services Celebrates College Of Wellness Graduation
Arizona Health and Living Article; Phoenix, AZ
Southwest Behavioral & Health Services’ College of Wellness (formerly Recovery College) was established in 2016 by volunteer staff to provide valuable training to direct care staff and peer support workers in wellbeing concepts and strategies. On Jan. 12, 2023, 35 participants graduated from the program. The College of Wellness is part of a global movement of Recovery Colleges pioneering mental health interventions that support people living with mental health challenges by collaboratively providing educational opportunities in addition to, or instead of, clinical approaches.
Leaders Vow to Confront Community Issues
Payson Roundup Article; Payson, AZ
Record overdose deaths. A high suicide rate. Homeless people living in the woods. On almost every measure — Gila County is facing some of the state’s highest rates of drug abuse, mental health woes and homelessness. Enough’s enough, agreed the community leaders at a January 10th town hall on substance abuse, mental health and homelessness.
Arizona AG Mark Brnovich Announces Funding to Combat Effects of Opioid Crisis
KTAR News Article; Phoenix, AZ
Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich announced this week that his office awarded about $4 million in grant funding to combat the effects of the opioid crisis. Over $1.7 million will be spread across eight different programs in the state’s two biggest counties, Maricopa and Pima, and support close to 14,000 individuals, according to a press release Tuesday.
Mental Health Survival Tips for the Holiday Season
Payson Roundup Article; Payson, AZ
The holiday season can be joyous, but it can also be stressful. It’s supposed to be a time of fun and excitement, but for many, it’s just busy and overwhelming. If you or someone you love struggles with mental health and feels overwhelmed by the looming holiday season, try these tips from Edward O'Brien, Vice President of Northern Arizona Operations, to minimize triggers so you can preserve the holiday season and safeguard your mental health.
SB&H Celebrates Employee of the Year Awards
Patch.com Article; Phoenix, AZ
Southwest Behavioral & Health Services (SB&H), an innovative integrated health leader, hosted the organization’s Employee of the Year Awards at a formal dinner at The Chart House in Scottsdale. Awards were presented to SB&H employees representing all departments that went above and beyond in fulfilling the organization’s mission and values.
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