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Bill introduced to grow nation’s mental health and behavioral workforce

Social Work Blog

Andrea Salinas (D-OR) and Marc Molinaro (R-NY) on September 12 introduced legislation to help grow the nation’s mental health and behavioral workforce to address a mental health and substance use disorder crisis. Andrea Salinas (D-OR) “NASW applauds Reps.

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It’s Okay If the Weather Impacts Your Mental Health

My Brains Not Broken

I want to be as clear and as blunt as I can be when I say that the weather is straight-up rude to our mental health. If you’re a loyal reader to this blog, you know that I’ve written about how the winter impacts my mental health before. Here’s how I know.

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September is National Recovery Month: Supporting the Journey to Recovery 

Social Work Blog

By Makeba Royall, LCSW NASW Senior Practice Associate In 1989, National Recovery Month was started during the month of September. Recovery month provides continued education and encouragement around recovery, elevating accomplishments and reaffirming the possibility of recovery.

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Gateway Foundation Hosts it Annual Connecting for Recovery Luncheon

Gateway Foundation

On September 19, 2024, Gateway Foundation proudly hosted its Annual Connecting for Recovery Luncheon at City Hall Events in Chicago. At this year’s luncheon, we honored exceptional individuals who contributed significantly to the Recovery community.

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Eating Disorder Awareness Week Information

Bipolar Bandit

Video on Tik Tok Video on Instagram MOST COMMON EATING DISORDERS Anorexia Nervosa Bulimia Nervosa Pica Disorders: Binge Eating Rumination Avoidant/Restrictive Purge Eating Night Eating Syndrome OSFED (other specified feeding or eating disorder) STATISTICS Ref 1 16% of adult patients screened positive for an eating disorder.

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September is National Recovery Month: Supporting the Journey to Recovery 

Social Work Blog

By Makeba Royall, LCSW – NASW Senior Practice Associate In 1989, National Recovery Month was started during the month of September. Recovery Month provides continued education and encouragement around recovery, elevating accomplishments and reaffirming the possibility of recovery.

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What Recovering from Depression Feels Like: My Personal Bipolar Journey

Nnatasha Tracy

Ever wondered what it feels like to recover from depression, especially after years of battling bipolar disorder? In this deeply personal post, I share the small but significant shifts in my emotions, the challenges of adjusting to life without constant suffering, and the fears that come with recovery.