University of Washington SPIRIT Center
@uwspiritlab.bsky.social
Supporting Psychosis Innovation through Research, Implementation, & Training (SPIRIT) Center
https://uwspiritcenter.org/
https://uwspiritcenter.org/
UW’s Project STAC is recruiting families for a 6-week virtual group to build skills for connecting with a loved one who uses cannabis and is currently in early psychosis treatment.
Families will join weekly 90-minute sessions, complete two surveys and one interview, and receive $75. Details below!
Families will join weekly 90-minute sessions, complete two surveys and one interview, and receive $75. Details below!
June 5, 2025 at 11:57 PM
UW’s Project STAC is recruiting families for a 6-week virtual group to build skills for connecting with a loved one who uses cannabis and is currently in early psychosis treatment.
Families will join weekly 90-minute sessions, complete two surveys and one interview, and receive $75. Details below!
Families will join weekly 90-minute sessions, complete two surveys and one interview, and receive $75. Details below!
NAMI Walks WA 2025 was a huge success! We are so grateful for our team, the new connections we made, & the chance to spread psychosis awareness. 💙 Learn more about our center's initiatives on our website at uwspiritcenter.org #MentalHealthAwareness
June 2, 2025 at 11:11 PM
NAMI Walks WA 2025 was a huge success! We are so grateful for our team, the new connections we made, & the chance to spread psychosis awareness. 💙 Learn more about our center's initiatives on our website at uwspiritcenter.org #MentalHealthAwareness
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This was such an amazing project to be a part of with @uwspiritlab.bsky.social! A huge shoutout and heartfelt thanks to all of the amazing interviewees for sharing your experiences with us all. #mentalhealthawareness
For #WorldSchizophreniaDay on May 24th, we’re proud to share a special newsletter featuring powerful interviews with individuals with lived experience of psychosis and caregivers who support their loved ones experiencing symptoms. 💙 Check it out here: shorturl.at/haL8f
May 23, 2025 at 9:19 PM
This was such an amazing project to be a part of with @uwspiritlab.bsky.social! A huge shoutout and heartfelt thanks to all of the amazing interviewees for sharing your experiences with us all. #mentalhealthawareness
For #WorldSchizophreniaDay on May 24th, we’re proud to share a special newsletter featuring powerful interviews with individuals with lived experience of psychosis and caregivers who support their loved ones experiencing symptoms. 💙 Check it out here: shorturl.at/haL8f
May 20, 2025 at 8:27 PM
For #WorldSchizophreniaDay on May 24th, we’re proud to share a special newsletter featuring powerful interviews with individuals with lived experience of psychosis and caregivers who support their loved ones experiencing symptoms. 💙 Check it out here: shorturl.at/haL8f
Project ECHO (Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes) is an evidence-based continuing education model that uses technology to deliver specialized training in under-resourced settings.
December 23, 2024 at 8:37 PM
Project ECHO (Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes) is an evidence-based continuing education model that uses technology to deliver specialized training in under-resourced settings.
Myth: Mental illness is a white people problem.
Reality: We ALL have mental health and deserve proper care.
Learn more about BIPOC mental health at mhanational.org/bipoc
Reality: We ALL have mental health and deserve proper care.
Learn more about BIPOC mental health at mhanational.org/bipoc
July 22, 2024 at 10:58 PM
Myth: Mental illness is a white people problem.
Reality: We ALL have mental health and deserve proper care.
Learn more about BIPOC mental health at mhanational.org/bipoc
Reality: We ALL have mental health and deserve proper care.
Learn more about BIPOC mental health at mhanational.org/bipoc
Stigma feeds on silence. In honor of Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness
Month, Mental Health America has tools to help you break down stigma around #mentalhealth in BIPOC
communities. Learn more at mhanational.org/july
Month, Mental Health America has tools to help you break down stigma around #mentalhealth in BIPOC
communities. Learn more at mhanational.org/july
July 15, 2024 at 8:23 PM
Stigma feeds on silence. In honor of Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness
Month, Mental Health America has tools to help you break down stigma around #mentalhealth in BIPOC
communities. Learn more at mhanational.org/july
Month, Mental Health America has tools to help you break down stigma around #mentalhealth in BIPOC
communities. Learn more at mhanational.org/july
There are roughly 22 CBTp-trained therapists in the US and Canada to treat every 10,000 individuals experiencing a psychotic disorder (Kopelovich, 2022). This is an inequity that stifles everyone's opportunity for recovery. We can and MUST do better. #WhyITrainSMI
July 12, 2024 at 7:33 PM
There are roughly 22 CBTp-trained therapists in the US and Canada to treat every 10,000 individuals experiencing a psychotic disorder (Kopelovich, 2022). This is an inequity that stifles everyone's opportunity for recovery. We can and MUST do better. #WhyITrainSMI
The first step in navigating your wellness journey is to check in on yourself. Take a free #mentalhealth test
at mhascreening.org. #BIPOCMentalHealth
at mhascreening.org. #BIPOCMentalHealth
July 8, 2024 at 5:15 PM
The first step in navigating your wellness journey is to check in on yourself. Take a free #mentalhealth test
at mhascreening.org. #BIPOCMentalHealth
at mhascreening.org. #BIPOCMentalHealth
July is Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month. Learn more about BIPOC
mental health at mhanational.org/july
mental health at mhanational.org/july
BIPOC Mental Health Month
July was designated as Minority Mental Health Awareness Month in 2008 to bring awareness to the unique struggles that underrepresented groups face in regard to mental illness in the United States (US).
mhanational.org
July 1, 2024 at 9:34 PM
July is Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month. Learn more about BIPOC
mental health at mhanational.org/july
mental health at mhanational.org/july
#FastFactFriday People with schizophrenia are around 14 times more likely to be the victim of violence than the perpetrator.
May 31, 2024 at 7:42 PM
#FastFactFriday People with schizophrenia are around 14 times more likely to be the victim of violence than the perpetrator.
Today, May 24th, is World Schizophrenia Day. We join organizations across the world in celebrating the resilience of individuals with schizophrenia, and working to destigmatize this condition.
Learn more on our website: uwspiritlab.org/world-schizo...
#WorldSchisophreniaDay #WSD
Learn more on our website: uwspiritlab.org/world-schizo...
#WorldSchisophreniaDay #WSD
May 24, 2024 at 5:51 PM
Today, May 24th, is World Schizophrenia Day. We join organizations across the world in celebrating the resilience of individuals with schizophrenia, and working to destigmatize this condition.
Learn more on our website: uwspiritlab.org/world-schizo...
#WorldSchisophreniaDay #WSD
Learn more on our website: uwspiritlab.org/world-schizo...
#WorldSchisophreniaDay #WSD
Pittsburgh's early psychosis organization, HeadsUp, is offering a free hybrid full-day training for community health providers on June 7th. Join them for a comprehensive introduction and training on psychosis!
Register: https://headsup-pa.org/for-clinicians/education-and-training/headsup-trainings/
Register: https://headsup-pa.org/for-clinicians/education-and-training/headsup-trainings/
May 23, 2024 at 10:34 PM
Pittsburgh's early psychosis organization, HeadsUp, is offering a free hybrid full-day training for community health providers on June 7th. Join them for a comprehensive introduction and training on psychosis!
Register: https://headsup-pa.org/for-clinicians/education-and-training/headsup-trainings/
Register: https://headsup-pa.org/for-clinicians/education-and-training/headsup-trainings/
Join us on Thursday, May 16th from 1-2PM PST for the webinar: "Bringing Best and Innovative Practices in Early Detection of Psychosis to Washington: Featuring International Expert Dr. Vinod Srihari"
Learn about the MindMap mental health campaign!
Register here: https://tinyurl.com/PsycWebinar
Learn about the MindMap mental health campaign!
Register here: https://tinyurl.com/PsycWebinar
May 13, 2024 at 10:10 PM
Join us on Thursday, May 16th from 1-2PM PST for the webinar: "Bringing Best and Innovative Practices in Early Detection of Psychosis to Washington: Featuring International Expert Dr. Vinod Srihari"
Learn about the MindMap mental health campaign!
Register here: https://tinyurl.com/PsycWebinar
Learn about the MindMap mental health campaign!
Register here: https://tinyurl.com/PsycWebinar
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What is the impact of #aging on cognitive decline and mental health? How will the growing aging population affect #mentalhealth for caregivers? What factors influence caregiver turnover?
Don't miss our next Science for Society on May 15 bit.ly/3UHV707
Don't miss our next Science for Society on May 15 bit.ly/3UHV707
May 1, 2024 at 6:04 PM
What is the impact of #aging on cognitive decline and mental health? How will the growing aging population affect #mentalhealth for caregivers? What factors influence caregiver turnover?
Don't miss our next Science for Society on May 15 bit.ly/3UHV707
Don't miss our next Science for Society on May 15 bit.ly/3UHV707
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Rather than the traditional call for editor nominations, we are inviting scholars to submit their vision for a new editorial approach to Perspectives on Psychological Science.
The deadline for proposal submissions is June 1, 2024.
The deadline for proposal submissions is June 1, 2024.
<em>Perspectives on Psychological Science</em> Call for Editorial Proposals
When Perspectives on Psychological Science was founded in 2006, the goal of the journal was to “publish an eclectic mix of articles that are enjoyable to read and thought-provoking, and at the same ti...
www.psychologicalscience.org
April 29, 2024 at 6:58 PM
Rather than the traditional call for editor nominations, we are inviting scholars to submit their vision for a new editorial approach to Perspectives on Psychological Science.
The deadline for proposal submissions is June 1, 2024.
The deadline for proposal submissions is June 1, 2024.
#FastFactFriday: Read more about early warning signs for psychosis here: https://t.co/4EiU2zOLXB
May 3, 2024 at 8:59 PM
#FastFactFriday: Read more about early warning signs for psychosis here: https://t.co/4EiU2zOLXB
#FastFactFriday: Hearing voices is a common experience, not something limited to people diagnosed with schizophrenia.
April 26, 2024 at 8:45 PM
#FastFactFriday: Hearing voices is a common experience, not something limited to people diagnosed with schizophrenia.
#FastFactFriday Approximately 75% of mental disorders begin before the age of 25. Early intervention programs focus primarily on this age group, because the earlier an individual is treated the better their long-term outcomes are.
April 19, 2024 at 10:20 PM
#FastFactFriday Approximately 75% of mental disorders begin before the age of 25. Early intervention programs focus primarily on this age group, because the earlier an individual is treated the better their long-term outcomes are.
#FastFactFriday Psychosis is a condition of the mind described as involving a "loss of contact with reality." It's usually associated with hallucinations or delusions, but can also cause symptoms such as cognitive impairment, odd speech, and disorganization.
April 13, 2024 at 12:23 AM
#FastFactFriday Psychosis is a condition of the mind described as involving a "loss of contact with reality." It's usually associated with hallucinations or delusions, but can also cause symptoms such as cognitive impairment, odd speech, and disorganization.
#WhyITrainSMI - I train SMI to increase the effectiveness and impact of clinicians who are overworked and and undervalued. I train to help them feel confident and secure in their role.
April 8, 2024 at 7:20 PM
#WhyITrainSMI - I train SMI to increase the effectiveness and impact of clinicians who are overworked and and undervalued. I train to help them feel confident and secure in their role.
#FastFactFriday Schizophrenia is the 11th leading cause of global disability, and the third greatest cause of mental illness burden.
April 5, 2024 at 5:11 PM
#FastFactFriday Schizophrenia is the 11th leading cause of global disability, and the third greatest cause of mental illness burden.
Today is Husky Giving Day! Make your donation before 11:50 PDT tonight to directly help the Psychosis Reach program and those involved.
SPIRIT Lab has been chosen for UW's Husky Giving Day! All donations will be for the p-REACH program, dedicated to providing evidence-based skills, resources, and a supportive community for people caring for individuals with psychosis. Donate now through April 4th! https://tinyurl.com/HuskyDay
SPIRIT Lab's Psychosis REACH
Psychosis REACH, led by the UW SPIRIT Lab, is a transformative training program designed to equip relatives and friends of individuals with psychotic disorders with concrete, evidence-based skills to support their loved one’s recovery.
givingday.uw.edu
April 4, 2024 at 5:00 PM
Today is Husky Giving Day! Make your donation before 11:50 PDT tonight to directly help the Psychosis Reach program and those involved.
SPIRIT Lab has been chosen for UW's Husky Giving Day! All donations will be for the p-REACH program, dedicated to providing evidence-based skills, resources, and a supportive community for people caring for individuals with psychosis. Donate now through April 4th! https://tinyurl.com/HuskyDay
SPIRIT Lab's Psychosis REACH
Psychosis REACH, led by the UW SPIRIT Lab, is a transformative training program designed to equip relatives and friends of individuals with psychotic disorders with concrete, evidence-based skills to support their loved one’s recovery.
givingday.uw.edu
April 1, 2024 at 7:32 PM
SPIRIT Lab has been chosen for UW's Husky Giving Day! All donations will be for the p-REACH program, dedicated to providing evidence-based skills, resources, and a supportive community for people caring for individuals with psychosis. Donate now through April 4th! https://tinyurl.com/HuskyDay
#FastFactFriday Did you know? Each year 100,000 young adults experience a first episode of psychosis. That's 274 young people every day.
March 29, 2024 at 10:45 PM
#FastFactFriday Did you know? Each year 100,000 young adults experience a first episode of psychosis. That's 274 young people every day.