Author: Atherial
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Crisis Prevention at the Individual Level
Crisis prevention starts with us. By practicing proper self-care techniques, we can stop a mental health crisis before it even starts. Today we will be discussing the components of self-care which make up crisis prevention at the individual level. Education The first step to practicing self-care and preventing a crisis is understanding mental health. Identifying Read more
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Crisis Prevention at the Federal Level
Federal and state governments set national standards of care and enact legislation that shapes mental health services across the nation. Unfortunately, there are often gaps when addressing crisis and mental health services at this level. Organizations can help address some of these issues, but stigma and slow progress still makes advocacy extremely vital. Legislation The Read more
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Crisis Prevention at the Community Level
Crisis prevention is vital in saving lives and strengthening communities. It happens at multiple levels, each being vital but consisting of different components. The community level refers to services offered to residents in a certain neighborhood, town, or demographic. This level involves healthcare services, schools, and other community services. Collaborative Care Model As we learn Read more
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Types of Mental Health Professionals
There are many different kinds of mental health professionals with different focuses and expertise. It can be confusing if you are new to the world of mental health. While there is overlap in some duties and mental health professionals can choose to specialize at any level, these are the basic differences between the most common Read more
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Helping in a Crisis
When a crisis hits, it can be overwhelming for those wanting to help. You may be uncertain what to do or lack the confidence to jump into action. While every situation is unique, these are some basic guidelines to keep in mind when coming to the aid of someone experiencing a mental health crisis. Be Read more
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Mamie & Kenneth Clark
Many know the names of famous psychologists such as Freud, Jung, and Pavlov. However, there are many other important figures whose names have been lost to the general public. It is important we remember such individuals and their contributions to the field. Perhaps the most impactful power couple in the field of psychological research, Kenneth Read more
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Progressive Muscle Relaxation
The Mind and Body Connection Our bodies and minds are deeply connected. When we are struggling mentally our bodies can also carry tension. In fact, the American Psychological Association states that long-term or chronic stress has devastating effects on ALL of our bodily systems. (Check out their article here.) But this connection also means we Read more
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Welcome to the Anxi-Tea!
I started this blog to bring my advocacy to the next level. My goal is to spread awareness about the intricacies of mental health through education and sharing my personal experiences. We will discuss various mental health diagnoses, resources and mental health services, everyday coping, and much more. I can’t wait to have you on Read more