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Illinois Medicaid Program Advanced Cloud Technology (IMPACT) program
As of November 1, 2019, any prescription, referral, or order for medical tests must be written by a medical professional who is enrolled in the Illinois Medicaid Program Advanced Cloud Technology (IMPACT) program. This change applies to physicians, dentists, podiatrists, … Continue reading
How Massage Can Help Ground Your Anxiety
Anne Marie Schlekeway was a mentor, teacher and leader. When you stepped into the room with her, you knew you were in the presence of greatness. She maintained a work-life that left little time for rest or physical fitness. That … Continue reading
Insomnia is Ruining My Life—What Can I Do?
Insomnia is a sleep disorder that can severely impact your mental and physical health. Some sufferers can’t fall asleep, while others find they wake in the middle of the night and can’t get back to sleep. After poor sleep, you … Continue reading
PTSD Diagnosis Through Blood Tests
Today, in the Wall Street journal, there are reports that a team of researchers from top medical schools are moving closer to developing a blood test that promises to quickly and accurately help diagnose combat troops with post-traumatic stress disorder, … Continue reading
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3 Critical Fundamentals of Senior Mental Health
As we age, changes in physical health can affect our outlook on life and our ability to cope with problems. In fact, good mental health is known to decrease loneliness and maintain optimism in seniors. Below are three critical factors … Continue reading
Was My Child’s Mental Health Affected by a Car Crash?
When the cars are towed and everyone is safe at home, it’s easy to assume the negative impact of a car crash is over. However, it’s usually just beginning, especially for children. Kids who are in a car accident may … Continue reading
Posted in childrens mental health, Mental Health, PTSD Tagged Adolescent Mental Health, Brain Trauma in Children, Childhood Brain Trauma, childhood posttraumatic stress disorder, Childhood PTSD, childhood ptsd statistics, major depressive episode, Motor Vehicle Crash, MVC, PTSD symptoms Leave a comment
Texas & Ohio Mass Shootings | Status Quo is Literally Killing Us
Every time we experience a tragedy like this, people with mental illness are drawn into the conversation. The truth is that the vast majority of violence is not perpetrated by people with mental illness. Statements to the contrary only serve to perpetuate stigma and distract from the real issues. NAMI sees gun violence as a national public health crisis that impacts everyone. Continue reading
Do Breathing Techniques Really Help with Anxiety?
“Take a deep breath.” This is probably a phrase you’ve heard directed at someone who’s angry, overwhelmed, shocked, or, in laymen’s terms, “freaking out.” While it may come across as simple advice, utilizing mindful and properly executed breathing techniques have … Continue reading
New Study: NAMI Homefront Program Produces Major Benefits for Veterans
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Homefront program produces significant benefits for both in-person and online participants, according to a study published in Psychiatric Services, a journal of the American Psychiatric Association. NAMI Homefront is an adaptation of the evidence-based NAMI Family-to-Family program designed … Continue reading
NAMI National Convention Report | Mental Health Progress
The 2019 NAMI National Convention, June 19 -22 in Seattle, is in the book and it was “PHE NAMI NAL!” Why? There’s too much to list! NAMI National Convention Highlights General sessions where the more than 2,000 in attendance all … Continue reading