Nurses Week runs from May 6 - May 12, Florence Nightingale's birthday, every year. As such, it would be prudent to dedicate our first Mental Health Month post to our men and women in the nursing field, and their relationship with their own mental health. One of the main dangers to a nurse's mental health is stress, … [Read more...] about Mental Health Month – Nurses Week
Mental Health Month Announcement
May is known for several holidays (Mother's Day and Memorial Day among others), but did you know that May is Mental Health Month? Originating in 1949, mental health service affiliates throughout the United States have observed May as a month to reach out and communicate the importance of healthy mental maintenance, … [Read more...] about Mental Health Month Announcement
Suicide survivor finds renewed purpose
October 10 marks World Mental Health Day. 2019's theme is suicide prevention. According to the World Health Organization, every 40 seconds, someone loses their life to suicide. Two hours. That’s how close the doctors said Andrea Huston was to death by suicide. Last December was bleak for the Kahoka, Missouri, … [Read more...] about Suicide survivor finds renewed purpose
Honoring our veterans by offering our help
Suicide rates increased in 49 states, including Iowa, from 1999 to 2016. As overall rates rise, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has reported veterans are twice as likely as civilians to die by suicide. While the factors contributing to deaths by suicide are far too complex to nail down in simple terms, there … [Read more...] about Honoring our veterans by offering our help
Suicide: What to look for and how to help others
The recent deaths of Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain, both of whom recently died by suicide, have reminded us to pay attention to what has become an epidemic in our country. We need to better educate ourselves so we can see the warning signs in loved ones and equip ourselves with the tools to help those who are on the … [Read more...] about Suicide: What to look for and how to help others