Mental Health, Depression, Teens Ellen Hallsworth, Director Mental Health, Depression, Teens Ellen Hallsworth, Director

Mental Health First Aid in Indigenous Communities

Bradley Hospital has been working with Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness to identify ways that we could help to meet the specific needs of their Indigenous young people. I was recently invited to Maine to co-instruct Youth MHFA for Tribal Communities and Indigenous Peoples.  Maine has four Indian tribes, the Maliseet, Micmac, Penobscot, and Passamaquoddy, known collectively as the Wabanaki

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Mental Health, Depression, Teens Ellen Hallsworth, Director Mental Health, Depression, Teens Ellen Hallsworth, Director

Mental Well-Being in Winter - Seasonal Affective Disorder in Teens & Kids

What is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and how can it affect kids and teens? SAD is a form of depression, and is more likely to impact those in northern regions during the winter. However, many folks still struggle during this time even if it does not reach the level of a clinical diagnosis.

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Mental Health, Depression, Teens, Anxiety Ellen Hallsworth, Director Mental Health, Depression, Teens, Anxiety Ellen Hallsworth, Director

Navigating the Barren Lands of Therapy Deserts: Expanding Mental Health Access

Therapy deserts are defined as areas across the United States with limited access to mental health services. These regions lack the resources for modern mental health access and pose a significant challenge for individuals seeking support for their mental well-being.

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Mental Health, Depression, Teens, Anxiety, Trauma Ellen Hallsworth, Director Mental Health, Depression, Teens, Anxiety, Trauma Ellen Hallsworth, Director

How To Talk to Kids About War and Conflict

Escalating war and conflict around the world has followed years of a deadly pandemic and economic insecurity. It’s hard for kids to process what it all means and can cause depression, anxiety and other issues. There are some basic tips that parents can follow when talking to kids about war and conflict.

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