The NNED keeps you in the know on what’s happening in behavioral health in the U.S. and around the world. Our collection of articles from multiple sources cover important headlines, recent findings, proposal calls, and more.
‘Reboot’ Program Offers Holistic Healing to Female Active Duty Military, Vets, Spouses
09/19/22
When Machelle Jordan joined the Navy in 1996, she quickly rose through the ranks and was sent on top secret missions to just about every country surrounding the Persian Gulf. “I was a very motivated sailor. I knew what I wanted,” said Jordan, who now l …
Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Adults Less Likely to Receive Mental Health Services Despite Growing Need
09/16/22
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, FBI data shows that people of Asian descent increasingly have been targets of racially motivated attacks. “Hate crimes have spilled over to affect the community in dramatic ways. People feel scapegoated and bla …
Hispanic Heritage Month and Mental Health Awareness
09/14/22
September 15 marks the start of Hispanic Heritage Month. This celebration was first established as Hispanic Heritage Week in 1968 under former President Lyndon B. Johnson and was extended to a full month in 1988 by former President Ronald Regan. Unlike …
NNED Partner of the Month – September 2022
09/09/22
In order to highlight pockets of excellence across the country, the NNED selects a partner organization to highlight once a month. Riverside Recovery Resources has been selected as the Partner of the Month for September in recognition of National Recov …
For Latino People With Cancer, Mental Health A Focus For Psycho-Oncologist
09/07/22
As a young girl growing up on the south side of Puerto Rico, Rosario Costas-Muñiz, PhD, felt a calling to help people with the mental health side effects of a cancer diagnosis. Today, she is a psycho-oncologist at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center …
This Young Woman Wants to Indigenize Mental Health Care
09/02/22
Suicide is the third leading cause of death among young people, and according to Indian Health Services, American Indians and Alaska Natives are particularly vulnerable. Some Indigenous youth don’t benefit from western style therapy. “There’s a lack of …
Free Mental Health Program for Native Hawaiian Students
08/31/22
Three in five college students nationwide reported being diagnosed with anxiety, depression or another mental health condition by a professional, according to a Harris Poll released this year. To help meet the unique needs of Native Hawaiian students a …
Black Masculinity And Mental Health: What Black Men Should Consider About Their Emotional And Mental Wellness
08/29/22
It is well known that exposure to racism and discrimination are linked to various adverse mental health outcomes. The effects of systemic racism on Black Americans have been persistent and profound, and the increase in media reports and images of polic …
The Kids Are Not Okay: When Back to School Collides With a Youth Mental Health Crisis
08/26/22
Last December, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy announced that we are in the midst of a youth mental health crisis. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 44% of high school students feel persistently sad and …
New Film About Metro Atlanta Bank Robbery Emphasizes Mental Health Awareness in Black Veterans
08/24/22
A new film about a bank robbery in Metro Atlanta is raising new questions about mental healthcare for black veterans. The movie titled “Breaking” tells the story of Iraq war veteran Brian Easley’s 2017 hostage standoff at a Wells Fargo bank on Windy Hi …