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NYS Governor Hochul Appoints Dr. Mary T. Bassett as Commissioner of the Department of Health
…have an impact in their communities, the nation, and globally. We welcome her leadership.” “Dr. Mary Bassett was a visionary and transformational leader as New York City’s health commissioner, we…
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Addressing Stigma: The Importance of Cultural Relevance and Early Intervention
…health and viewpoints pertaining to mental illness. People in marginalized communities who face systemic discrimination often do not trust our systems and avoid seeking care. In many communities, seeking mental…
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Time to Confront the Challenges of an Aging America
…Cognitive and Behavioral Health of Maryland. He has published over 250 articles, op-eds, and book chapters, most of which can be found at www.michaelbfriedman.com. He welcomes comments at mbfriedman@aol.com. Footnotes…
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Understanding and Addressing Childhood Trauma
…jcruz@BehaviorTherapyAssociates.com and at www.BehaviorTherapyAssociates.com. References Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2019). Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Prevention Resource for Action: A Compilation of the Best Available Evidence. Atlanta, GA: National…
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What OCD is and What it Isn’t: Demystifying Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
…compulsions can provide, an individual will usually continue to engage in compulsions any time obsessions enter their mind; in turn, this combination of ongoing obsessions and compulsions can result in…
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Safe at Last: Safe Options Support (SOS) Offers Options to Support the Homeless
…and intensity of services, tailoring support to each member’s unique circumstance. The comprehensive post-housing support framework encompasses practical assistance, emotional support, continuity of care, and community integration. Skill-building initiatives and…
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War Impacts Us All: Minding the Gap Among Veterans and Civilians
…The Mental Health Association of New York City (MHA-NYC) and its Stories We Carry project has embarked on a national community building initiative that aims to create communities for veterans…
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One Mental Health Clinic’s Journey into Integrated Care
…partnership between our two institutions, ensuring that children entering the physical health side of care can get free confidential emotional wellness screenings and referrals as well as on-site mental services…
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Governor Announces New Text Messaging Feature on NYS HOPEline
…providers is available at: http://www.oasas.ny.gov/providerDirectory/index.cfm?search_type=2. For information about combating heroin use and prescription opioid drug abuse, visit the #CombatHeroin website: http://combatheroin.ny.gov/. Information about anti-opioid overdose training is available at: http://www.oasas.ny.gov/atc/atcherointraining.cfm….
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Harm Reduction: A Bridge Back to Life
…housing through a combination of concrete and free tools, education, and approaches to interacting with persons served. Throughout shelters and supportive housing, individuals are trained in using and sharing Narcan…
