Center for Great Neighborhoods begins with great neighbors, finding strengths, and filling needs
By Maridith Yahl NKyTribune reporter The Center for Great Neighborhoods in Covington is improving lives and the community. Serving Covington…
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St. Jude psychologists: Tend to your mental health over the holidays; address isolation, loneliness, grief
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital With the holiday season in full swing and many Americans bracing for a long winter…
UK professor says Kentucky efforts at farmer suicide prevention, awareness a national model
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News Kentucky farmers, like those across the nation, work tirelessly to stay afloat amid plummeting…
As schools reopen, are teachers OK? COVID, stress, new rules, regulations and more add to anxiety
By Jackie Mader The Hechinger Report In Jefferson and Rapides parishes in Louisiana, more than half of early ed teachers…
Eric Friedlander: Vigilance, protective measures will unite Kentuckians to be ‘stronger than opioids’
“Together, we are stronger than opioids.” It’s a uniting mantra we use as part of the Kentucky Opioid Response Effort…
Your Mind Your Business: Perhaps people will ‘be more human’ because of the pandemic
By Meridith Yahl NKyTribune health reporter In the past five months many new stressors have changed our lives and affected…
‘Your Mind Your Business’ webinar focused on importance of mental heath and well-being
By Maridith Yahl NKyTribune health reporter The importance of mental health care is increasingly coming to the forefront, but strides…
KDE commissioner’s Student Advisory Council discusses mental health, non-traditional instruction
The Kentucky Education Commissioner’s Student Advisory Council – comprised of 29 high school students throughout Kentucky – met virtually on…
As COVID-induced mental health issues emerge, this expert says ‘send your brain on a summer vacation’
By Maridith Yahl NKyTribune reporter It’s summer and that usually means lots of fun. But, the quarantine from COVID-19 has…
Whayne Herriford: Coping with COVID-19 — mental health is our ability to adapt to change
One of the measures of mental health is our ability to adapt to change. And we’ve certainly had the opportunity…
Sarah Graman: Everyone has been touched by global pandemic and children may need some help to cope
During these unprecedented times of change and uncertainty, we need to bring our discussions and awareness about the importance of…
Metropolitan Club’s ‘Your Mind, Your Business’ webinar focused on mental health issues, leadership
By Maridith Yahl NKyTribune reporter First of two parts “Mental Health, it’s all a part of us and includes emotional,…
Tim Robinson: Mental health and addiction providers are facing new challenges amid global pandemic
When grave new challenges emerge, it would be nice if existing ones would subside. Sadly, that is just not how…
Ethan’s Purpose: ‘There is no shame,’ say parents, whose nonprofit helps others after son’s suicide
By Maridith Yahl NKyTribune reporter “There is no shame in this. This was an opportunity to say, there is a…
Whayne Herriford: Toxic workplaces are just that, and not a place you should be; your time at work matters
For many people, the time spent at work is a major investment. If you’re lucky, work provides you with emotional…
NKY Chamber Eggs ‘N Issues features candid discussion on mental health and the workplace
The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce February Eggs ’N Issues shed some light on an important workplace issue that is…
KSP Trooper Teddy Bear is a great Valentine’s gift; every purchase supports the Trooper Teddy Project
Valentine’s Day is soon approaching and Kentucky State Police hope people will consider buying a Trooper Teddy Bear for their…
Mental health first-aid training bill passes state House, headed to Senate; Kim Moser sponsors it
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News A bill to create a training program for mental-health first aid has unanimously passed…
Whayne Herriford: Establishing and maintaining boundaries in relationships is key to mental health
For many of my clients, one of the sources of both depression and anxiety is their ability to establish and…
Whayne Herriford: Maintaining your sanity during the holidays, one of most stressful times of the year
The holidays can be the most stressful time of the year for many people. The National Alliance on Mental Illness…
Pew Trusts: Farmers have high rates of suicide, need mental health services; telehealth may be a solution
By April Simpson Pew Trust Stateline On most days, therapist Becky Kopp-Dunham counsels farmers and other clients across 10 North…
Whayne Herriford: How to choose a mental health provider; the test is — are your needs being met?
It is possible to receive support for a mental health challenge from anyone who has skills at listening and problem-solving…