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Mike Atwater, PhD
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Psychologist in private practice and Program Director of GenesisCE
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The AAP and more than 40 organizations are alarmed that the CDC is promoting the outdated, disproven idea that vaccines cause autism. We’re calling on the CDC to return to its long history of promoting evidence-based information to protect Americans’ health. Read the full statement: bit.ly/3XILwry
November 21, 2025 at 6:09 PM
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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.
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November 21, 2025 at 3:06 PM
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College Students’ Mental Health Improves Despite Challenges | Psychiatric News psychiatryonline.org/doi/full/10....
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College Students’ 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.
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November 14, 2025 at 6:22 PM
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In all relationships, whether professional or personal, to really understand and not just react, follow these steps.
September 30, 2025 at 6:14 PM
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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.
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September 26, 2025 at 10:54 AM
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Research has shown the importance of humor and laughter in our mental and physical well-being.
September 25, 2025 at 12:19 PM
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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 form—and what you can do to break free.
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September 6, 2025 at 10:24 PM
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Mental Health Reform Activists Played The Long Game. Here’s What That Can Teach Us Today msmagazine.com/2022/12/06/m... @beaconpress.bsky.social
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Mental Health Reform Activists Played The Long Game. Here’s What That Can Teach Us Today.
Biden’s American Rescue Plan included billions for mental health—thanks to decades of work from activists and Mental Patients Liberation Movement.
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September 15, 2025 at 9:39 PM
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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
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September 14, 2025 at 12:48 PM
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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.
September 13, 2025 at 3:35 PM
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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
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August 19, 2025 at 7:39 PM
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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.
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August 20, 2025 at 2:34 PM
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Rise with purpose! Set your mind on ‘Focus’, and get going. You have great things to accomplish.
August 25, 2025 at 11:36 AM
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“Location sharing is not new to Instagram; however, this new feature will share users' real-time locations.”

Time for a safety chat with kids and teens on Instagram.

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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.
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August 9, 2025 at 11:23 PM
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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.
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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.
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August 7, 2025 at 2:11 PM
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When students learn skills that help them acknowledge and manage their feelings, they develop a mindset that facilitates learning. 😌

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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.
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August 9, 2025 at 6:16 PM
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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
August 10, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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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
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August 8, 2025 at 8:22 PM
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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:

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August 8, 2025 at 6:20 PM
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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.
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August 7, 2025 at 4:07 PM
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“Everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of the human freedoms—to choose one’s attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one’s own way”
~ Viktor E. Frankl, Man's Search for Meaning
August 8, 2025 at 1:13 AM
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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.
August 8, 2025 at 12:08 PM
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Make Self-Care a priority; it’s essential to your mental health and wellbeing!
August 2, 2025 at 3:32 PM
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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.
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July 24, 2025 at 10:09 PM
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Parenting Tip: Words and tone matter as we speak to our children and how they develop healthy self-worth.
July 25, 2025 at 3:02 PM