Problem gambling doesn’t just impact a person’s wallet — it can deeply affect their mental health, often co-occurring with or intensifying conditions like depression, anxiety and substance use disorder. Experts say the growing accessibility of betting, especially online, raises serious concerns about how quietly and quickly gambling-related harms can take hold.
Category: Mental Health
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Mental Health Awareness Month: Elevating teen voices and the parents who listen
Teen mental health advocate Peyton Griffin and her mother Brittany Williams are sharing their journey with mental health. The two emphasize the importance of early support, therapy and compassionate listening. Their story highlights how open dialogue and emotional awareness can change lives.
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Virtual care, real impact: How technology is changing patient-nurse relationships
AI and telemedicine are revolutionizing healthcare by enhancing access, improving decision-making, and expanding the roles of nurses beyond traditional clinical settings. Osanmoh notes that telepsychiatry enables consistent, stigma-free support, especially for marginalized populations.
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Coppin State University in collaboration with The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation and Kate Spade New York launches SheCare Wellness Pod on campus
Coppin State University has partnered with The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation and Kate Spade New York to launch the SheCare Wellness Pods on its campus, an innovative mental health support initiative aimed at empowering and destigmatizing mental wellness for Black women on HBCU campuses.
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Funding restored to Maryland youth mental health initiatives
By Sasha Allen Maryland mental health advocates and providers are relieved coming out of this year’s legislative session, where state lawmakers decided against a drastic cut in funding to the state’s year-old, big-money program aimed at improving the mental health of its young people. The Consortium on Coordinated Community Supports, created under the state’s ambitious […]
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Brain Injury Awareness Month
March is Brain Injury Awareness Month, offering a time to bring attention and support to an issue often overlooked in the Black community.
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In Massachusetts and elsewhere, youngsters find healing through art
Art therapy, as exemplified by Raw Art Works (RAW) in Lynn, Massachusetts, helps young people express and process emotions through creative activities in a supportive community. RAW’s approach fosters resilience and healing by using group-led art projects rather than focusing on individual diagnoses, reflecting the broader impact of art therapy seen in various institutions and community programs nationwide.
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Writing through trauma: How one man is using his story to inspire change
After a decade of reflection and research, former inmate Kevin Shird has completed his memoir, a powerful exploration of trauma, redemption and the need for better mental health support. Through his personal story of overcoming incarceration, PTSD and a past filled with violence, Shird advocates for a shift in the Black community’s approach to mental health. His book highlights the importance of seeking help, particularly for those who have been incarcerated, and calls for better mental health resources. As a mentor and educator, Kevin hopes to inspire others to embrace change and seek support in their own journeys toward healing.
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U.S. Surgeon General declares parental stress a public health issue as Black parents continue to face challenges
Former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy’s report, “Parents Under Pressure,” highlights parental stress as a public health issue, emphasizing the unique challenges Black parents face while raising their children into adulthood. Through personal stories, parents share their struggles, resilience, and the ongoing stress of protecting and guiding their sons.
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Delta women shed light on human trafficking, domestic abuse at self-defense workshop
The Baltimore Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. hosted a physical and mental health workshop to address domestic violence, human trafficking, self-care, and self-defense, in partnership with the House Of Ruth Maryland, Araminta, and Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc.
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Maryland spent big on youth mental health – but then the budget crisis hit
Maryland’s youth mental health program, which supports behavioral health services for over 58,000 students, is facing a significant funding cut, potentially threatening its future and the well-being of its participants.
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Processed red meat isn’t just bad for your heart– it’s also associated with dementia
A recent study found that consuming processed red meat, such as sausages, bacon, and hotdogs, is associated with a 16 percent higher risk of dementia and a faster rate of cognitive aging.
