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The American Academy of Pediatrics
about 1 month ago
The AAP and more than 40 organizations are alarmed that the CDC is promoting the outdated, disproven idea that vaccines cause autism. Weāre calling on the CDC to return to its long history of promoting evidence-based information to protect Americansā health. Read the full statement:
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Mike Atwater, PhD
Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren
about 1 month ago
www.psychiatrictimes.com/view/breakin...
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Breaking the Cycle: Jail Diversion as an Alternative to Incarceration for Individuals With Co-Occurring Disorders | Psychiatric Times
Jail diversion programs offer vital support for individuals with mental health and substance use disorders, promoting recovery and reducing recidivism.
https://www.psychiatrictimes.com/view/breaking-the-cycle-jail-diversion-as-an-alternative-to-incarceration-for-individuals-with-co-occurring-disorders
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Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren
about 2 months ago
College Studentsā Mental Health Improves Despite Challenges | Psychiatric News
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College Studentsā Mental Health Improves Despite Challenges | Psychiatric News
PsychiatryOnline.org is the platform for all American Psychiatric Association Publishing journals, DSM, and bestselling textbooks, as well as APA Practice Guidelines, and continuing medical education.
https://psychiatryonline.org/doi/full/10.1176/appi.pn.2025.11.11.23
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In all relationships, whether professional or personal, to really understand and not just react, follow these steps.
3 months ago
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Mike Atwater, PhD
Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren
3 months ago
www.news-medical.net/news/2025092...
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Older adults can bounce back from health and emotional challenges
A new Canadian study is offering a powerful message to older adults and those who care for them: it's never too late to bounce back.
https://www.news-medical.net/news/20250924/Older-adults-can-bounce-back-from-health-and-emotional-challenges.aspx
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Research has shown the importance of humor and laughter in our mental and physical well-being.
3 months ago
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Mike Atwater, PhD
Dr. Sharon Martin, LCSW Psychotherapist & Author
4 months ago
Adult Children and the Pressure to Be Perfect | Psychology Today
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Adult Children and the Pressure to Be Perfect
Many adult children develop perfectionism to cope with childhood dysfunction. Learn how these patterns formāand what you can do to break free.
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/conquering-codependency/202509/adult-children-and-the-pressure-to-be-perfect
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Mike Atwater, PhD
Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren
4 months ago
Mental Health Reform Activists Played The Long Game. Hereās What That Can Teach Us Today
msmagazine.com/2022/12/06/m...
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Mental Health Reform Activists Played The Long Game. Hereās What That Can Teach Us Today.
Bidenās American Rescue Plan included billions for mental healthāthanks to decades of work from activists and Mental Patients Liberation Movement.
https://msmagazine.com/2022/12/06/mental-health-reform-history-biden-american-rescue-plan/
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Mike Atwater, PhD
Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren
4 months ago
www.clarkcountynv.gov/news/082525-...
#TherapeuticJustice
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Las Vegas Justice Court's Mental Health Court Second Graduation Honors Resilience and Recovery
Building on Success, Six More Graduates Complete Life-Changing Treatment Program
https://www.clarkcountynv.gov/news/082525-mental-health-court-graduation
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Self-care is an action. It is taking care of yourself regardless of what is going on and being present with your needs. Your mental health will thank you.
4 months ago
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Mike Atwater, PhD
NASW
5 months ago
Trump Cancels Millions in School Mental Health Grants
#NASWNC
Executive Director Valerie Arendt was interviewed by The Charlotte Post about school social workers shortage that has worsened
#EducationDepartment
cuts.
tinyurl.com/55hxwvrx
#SchoolSocialWork
#SocialWorkers
#StudentSupport
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Mike Atwater, PhD
The American Academy of Pediatrics
5 months ago
AAP's immunization recommendations are based only in the science, the needs of children, and the care that pediatricians have for the children in every community. If you have any questions about our recommended schedule, reach out to your pediatrician.
aao.org
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Rise with purpose! Set your mind on āFocusā, and get going. You have great things to accomplish.
4 months ago
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Mike Atwater, PhD
Howard Liu, MD, MBA
5 months ago
āLocation sharing is not new to Instagram; however, this new feature will share users' real-time locations.ā Time for a safety chat with kids and teens on Instagram.
ketv.com/article/inst...
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Instagram has unveiled a new location sharing feature. Here's how to turn it off
Instagram has unveiled a new feature that allows you to share your location with friends on a map. Here's how to turn it off.
https://ketv.com/article/instagram-live-location-sharing-map-feature/65626175
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Mike Atwater, PhD
The American Academy of Pediatrics
5 months ago
The AAP has always been a leading voice in vaccine recommendations. We will continue to publish our own immunization schedule and make science-backed recommendations that pediatricians and families have trusted for decades.
publications.aap.org/aapnews/news...
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AAP has been leading voice on childhood vaccine recommendations since 1930s
The AAP has been at the forefront of providing evidence-based immunization guidance to help pediatricians protect children from vaccine-preventable illnesses for nearly a century.
https://publications.aap.org/aapnews/news/32762/AAP-has-been-leading-voice-on-childhood-vaccine?searchresult=1?autologincheck=redirected
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Mike Atwater, PhD
Edutopia
5 months ago
When students learn skills that help them acknowledge and manage their feelings, they develop a mindset that facilitates learning. š
#SEL
#PreK
#kindergarten
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Mindfulness Strategies for Young Learners
Easy-to-implement practices can support self-regulation and overall well-being in the early years.
https://edut.to/45Fcvci
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Remember: Rest is essential to relaxing and recharging, both for physical and mental well-being. Put it on your priority list!
#rest
#relax
#recharge
#MentalHealth
5 months ago
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Mike Atwater, PhD
Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren
5 months ago
www.nasa.gov/news-release...
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Acting NASA Administrator Reflects on Legacy of Astronaut Jim Lovell - NASA
The following is a statement from acting NASA Administrator Sean Duffy on the passing of famed Apollo astronaut Jim Lovell. He passed away Aug. 7, in Lake
https://www.nasa.gov/news-release/acting-nasa-administrator-reflects-on-legacy-of-astronaut-jim-lovell/
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Mike Atwater, PhD
Child Mind Institute
5 months ago
We've put together resources for teachers, who are frequently the first line of defense when it comes to identifying learning, mental health and behavioral concerns, to help them work as effectively as possible with their students:
childmind.org/topics/resou...
#teachers
#school
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Mike Atwater, PhD
Child Mind Institute
5 months ago
Get more of our back-to-school resources:
childmind.org/resources/ba...
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Resources for Going Back to School - Child Mind Institute
Find articles and tips to help you navigate back-to-school with a child suffering from mental health or a learning disorder.
https://childmind.org/resources/back-to-school/
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Mike Atwater, PhD
Felix Nater CSC
5 months ago
āEverything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of the human freedomsāto choose oneās attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose oneās own wayā ~ Viktor E. Frankl, Man's Search for Meaning
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Communication matters: Choosing your words wisely builds trust and respect in personal and in professional relationships, and demonstrates you value the other person's perspective.
5 months ago
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Make Self-Care a priority; itās essential to your mental health and wellbeing!
5 months ago
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Mike Atwater, PhD
Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren
5 months ago
www.psychiatry.org/psychiatrist...
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Social Determinants of Mental Health Spotlight: Highlights from the Social Determinants of Mental He
The American Psychiatric Association recently hosted a groundbreaking convening focused on integrating social determinants of mental health (SDOMH) into psychiatric care and education.
https://www.psychiatry.org/psychiatrists/diversity/news-and-updates/social-determinants-of-mental-health-spotlight-hig
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Parenting Tip: Words and tone matter as we speak to our children and how they develop healthy self-worth.
5 months ago
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If youāre not learning from mistakes youāre not moving forward.
6 months ago
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Mike Atwater, PhD
NASW
6 months ago
July marks
#DisabilityPride
Month, honoring the ADA & celebrating disability as part of human diversity. 2025 theme: We Belong Here, and We're Here to Stay. Visibility, rights, and inclusion matter every day.
#Accessibility
#DisabilityAwareness
#NASW
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Mike Atwater, PhD
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
6 months ago
As
#MensHealthMonth
comes to an end, we want to remind you that you are strong for talking about your mental health.š It's okay to ask for help. If you're struggling, there is support and help available. You can always dial 988 or text TALK to 741741. Artwork by Dan Lee
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New week motivation: Creating a wellness lifestyle is a worthy goal. Do It!
#MotivationMonday
#Wellness
#Lifestyle
#MentalHealth
6 months ago
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Turn on the music! Research shows music can significantly benefit mental health by promoting relaxation, regulating mood, and reduce anxiety and stress.
7 months ago
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Mike Atwater, PhD
Dorlee Michaeli, MBA, LCSW
7 months ago
ā Free Mental Health Webinars for Social Workers and Mental Health Professionals for June 2025
www.socialwork.career/2025/06/free...
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Free Mental Health Webinars, June 2025 - SocialWork.Career
Free webinars for social workers and mental health providers for June 2025; many of which provide CEs or certificates of completion
https://www.socialwork.career/2025/06/free-mental-health-webinars-june-2025.html
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New month offers new things to learn. Activate your curiosity to find new ways to meet your goals!
#Motivation
#goals
#opportunity
#learn
7 months ago
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Mike Atwater, PhD
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
7 months ago
There are key ways we can learn to grow our capacity for mental and physical resilience. Don't know where to begin? Understanding the connection between physical and mental health, as well as its impact on your own needs, is a good starting point. Visit:
afsp.org/building-resilience/
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With grateful hearts we honor and remember the ultimate sacrifice of our U.S. Military Armed Forces who have died in war. Our debt of gratitude can never be repaid for the freedoms we enjoy everyday. Thanking them and their families for their service.
7 months ago
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Mike Atwater, PhD
The New York Times
8 months ago
āSesame Streetā has signed a new distribution deal with Netflix, as well as a separate deal with PBS, the show announced on Monday. This gives the childrenās show a much needed-boost as it battles a financial crisis.
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Mike Atwater, PhD
Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren
8 months ago
www.ktnv.com/news/jail-is...
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'Jail is a band-aid': Mental Health Court Program working to change lives in treating repeat offenders
The program, started by judges Nadia Wood and Eric Goodman, aims to strike a balance between recovery and economics when it comes to repeat offenders with serious mental illnesses.
https://www.ktnv.com/news/jail-is-a-band-aid-mental-health-court-program-working-to-change-lives-in-treating-repeat-offenders
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At the end of each day take a measure on theseā¦
8 months ago
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Mike Atwater, PhD
NASW
8 months ago
#NASW
Florida member Lequita Brooks, LCSW, wrote an editorial column for the Jacksonville Free Press urging lawmakers to increase access to mental health services by licensed clinical social workers. Read more in the
#NASW
Social Work Advocates magazine,
www.socialworkers.org/News/Social-...
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When you commit to a healthy mental and physical lifestyle you make choices with consequences. Choose wisely and have a great weekend!
8 months ago
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Mike Atwater, PhD
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
8 months ago
The time to build emotional resilience in ourselves and our communities is now. This
#MentalHealthAwarenessMonth
and beyond, we encourage people to think about what best helps them cope with challenges and move beyond basic āself-careā to consider true resilience.
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Mike Atwater, PhD
Cleveland Clinic
8 months ago
You need your brain to function ā and your brain needs you to function at its best. š§ š” The Six Pillars of Brain Health outlines simple steps to help make your brain healthier, more resilient and capable of fighting the effects of aging.
cle.clinic/3EyxfYK
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The 6 Pillars of Brain Health
Paying attention to the āSix Pillars of Brain Healthā can help keep your mind sharp and guard against dementia and other cognitive disorders. Hereās how to do it.
https://cle.clinic/3EyxfYK
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Mike Atwater, PhD
Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren
8 months ago
www.nccourts.gov/news/tag/pre...
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Task Force on Trauma-Informed Courts Plans More Progress in 2025 | North Carolina Judicial Branch
Chief Justiceās Task Force on ACEs-Informed Courts met this week to discuss how to further implement trauma-informed practices and more.
https://www.nccourts.gov/news/tag/press-release/task-force-on-trauma-informed-courts-plans-more-progress-in-2025
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Mike Atwater, PhD
Dr. Sharon Martin, LCSW Psychotherapist & Author
9 months ago
What's the connection between boundaries and codependency? Find out in this article!
#boundaries
#codependency
betterboundariesworkbook.com/boundaries-c...
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Boundaries and Codependency - The Better Boundaries Workbook
Do boundary problems mean I'm codependent? Not necessarily. Learn the symptoms of codependency and how they connect to boundary problems.
https://betterboundariesworkbook.com/boundaries-codependency/
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Mike Atwater, PhD
Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren
9 months ago
scitechdaily.com/this-mental-...
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This Mental Health Fix Is Free, Natural, and Probably in Your Backyard
In just 12 weeks, nature-based activities like gardening, care farming, and mindfulness in the fresh air significantly boosted the mental health of over 200 participants in England. These community-ro...
https://scitechdaily.com/this-mental-health-fix-is-free-natural-and-probably-in-your-backyard/
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Mike Atwater, PhD
Child Mind Institute
9 months ago
Research shows that children with intellectual developmental disorder have a higher incidence of mental health problems than other kids, but they are less likely to be diagnosed and treated for them. Read this week's newsletter here:
childmind.org/give/newslet...
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Reach deep and activate your courage to enter into recovery, into therapy and to overcome fears of all that holds you back from fulfilling your dreams.
9 months ago
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Mike Atwater, PhD
Felix Nater CSC
9 months ago
Combating Workplace Violence: Creating & Maintaining Safe Environments is available via Amazon, Barnes & Noble and other online purchase. Check it out.
bit.ly/3odv3NA
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IAP || Book || Combating Workplace Violence
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Mike Atwater, PhD
Dr. Sharon Martin, LCSW Psychotherapist & Author
9 months ago
I recently had the pleasure of being a guest on the Evidence-Based podcast from
@newharbinger.bsky.social
If you're estranged from family, or know someone who is, be sure to tune in!
open.spotify.com/episode/4ydq...
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reposted by
Mike Atwater, PhD
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
9 months ago
On
#WorldHealthDay
, we want to remind you that mental health is just as important as physical health.š§ āØš
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Have a Good Sunday with impromptu moments.
#wellbeing
#relationships
#exercise
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