Advocate for Change During BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month in July
July is BIPOC Mental Health Month or Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month to highlight mental health and wellness of Bl…
Tag: Mental Health
US Leaders Discuss Causes, Solutions to Youth Mental Health Crisis
At a Boston University School of Public Health webinar in June 2023, US Sen. Edward J. Markey of Massachusetts quieted the virtual room by citing two …
Nearly 12,000 People Contacted National Maternal Mental Health Hotline Last Year
Motherhood can be an exciting time full of new experiences and cherished moments – but it can also be mentally and physically taxing. That’s why t…
Father’s Day gift for all men: A trip to the doctor
For reasons that aren't always clear, men simply don't go to the doctor as often as women. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
Diana Anzaldua: From Troubled Teen to Trailblazer in Latino Mental Healthcare
“Grab what you can,” said a frantic young mother to her four children in their small rural home in El Campo, Texas. As their mother swiftly shoved…
School Avoidance Behavior: Another Layer to America’s Mental Health Crisis
For many kiddos, early June is the official start of summer vacation. During this time, parents may breathe a sigh of relief – especially if their c…
Report: Children Worry More Than You Think
Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, global conflicts, and an inflated economy, families have been going through a lot lately. Children are no exception. The U…
How Arizona is using data and community feedback to help address mental health in our state
Like physical health, mental health is important throughout the lifespan. It continuously affects how we think, feel, and act. It also plays an import…
What Does Latino Parenting Look Like Today?
From mental health to education and preparing children for adulthood, moms and dads have a lot to think about with how they parent. In fact, 40% of pa…
Study: COVID-19 Has Scary Impact on Young Brains
The rise of COVID-19 worsened daily life for Latinos and many others in areas like healthcare, housing, income, and food access. Stress and anxiety ar…