Mental Health Archive
While in Vermont for a long weekend, I came across the Rutland Magazine, Summer 2013 edition. I expected to read about upcoming events and festivals, which I did, but I also came across two articles that made me think of …
The article below was originally accepted for November publication in a small British academic review for psychology students. On the heels of its acceptance, the article was rejected by a senior editor who, for unknown reasons, decided that what I …
An article in The Hill newspaper reports that the Obama Administration is reaching out to Hollywood celebrities to encourage them to pitch the benefits of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Of course this makes sense because they have fans and …
As I write this I must admit I am undecided as to the positive and negative uses of data mining for use with clients. Two articles brought my thoughts to the forefront. The first is about a new dimension to …
In this interview, SJS speaks with avid SJS reader and facebook fan Lisa Zigler, of Canada. For the past 23 years Lisa has worked as a social worker in various settings, and describes herself as a professional informed and driven by her understanding …
If Senator Debbie Stabenow has her way the next time Iron Man gets whacked by a panic attack he’ll be able to go to the nearest community mental health center and get immediate help. The Excellence in Mental Health Act (S. 264, …
As cultural awareness of mental health issues has increased, so have the boundaries for acceptable behavior shifted. After decades of activism promoting positive change, psychological abuse is no longer acceptable in homes, schools, stores and other public spaces. But behind …
The following is an interview held with Dr. Jack Carney, Sr. Dr. Carney is most commonly known for being the second social worker quoted by “Psychology Today” in April 2012 regarding his thoughts on the then proposed changes to the …
Genetic scientists believe that a possible cause of schizophrenia could be reversed, eliminating symptoms of the disorder. The study focuses on Neuregulin(NRG1), a protein that plays an important role in synapses, and the development and identification of different cells in …
In my early 20s, I was in a relationship that ended with my significant other in a psychiatric facility. The relationship, albeit brief, was fraught with dishonesty that put me in danger. Because of the ways in which I suffered, …
