3 Simple Steps could Save a Life – Free QPR Training

NAMI Minnesota will teach the three steps anyone can take to help prevent suicide. Just like CPR, QPR is an emergency response to someone in crisis and can save lives. QPR is the most widely taught gatekeeper training program in the United States, and more than one million adults have been trained in classroom settings […]

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East Central Minnesota Broadband Conference Oct. 6, 2021

One of the barriers of getting mental health care in rural areas is availability and the ability to travel to appointments and groups. Fortunately, many can now join virtual groups and have tele-health appointments online. The increase in getting care this way has further emphasized the lack of and the critical need for more, affordable […]

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What is Inferiority Complex?

One telltale sign of an inferiority complex is constantly comparing yourself to others; another is believing that nothing you do is ever good enough. Sharing from Everyday Health By Julie Marks Medically Reviewed by Allison Young, MD Reviewed: March 26, 2020 Chances are you’ve experienced feelings of self-doubt and uncertainty at some point. But if […]

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Family to Family NAMI – Fall Workshops Schedule

FAMILY TO FAMILY Learn about mental illnesses, the brain, treatment, and resources to help a loved one living with a mental illness. Attendees will also build communication skills, reduce stress, find support and discover the common Stages of Emotional Responses when supporting someone with a mental illness. This workshop meets weekly for two and a […]

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Mental Health Minute: Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

Transcript Got 60 seconds? Take a mental health minute to learn about attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder or ADHD. ADHD is a disorder that makes it difficult for a person to pay attention and think before acting (known as impulsivity). A person may also be restless and almost constantly active. Although the symptoms of ADHD begin in childhood, […]

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Family to Family NAMI – Workshops Schedule

FAMILY TO FAMILY Learn about mental illnesses, the brain, treatment, and resources to help a loved one living with a mental illness. Attendees will also build communication skills, reduce stress, find support and discover the common Stages of Emotional Responses when supporting someone with a mental illness. This workshop meets weekly for two and a […]

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Signs of Crisis

Learn to recognize red flags People can experience an emotional or mental health crisis due to a wide range of situations. For some, it might be the end of a personal relationship. For others, it might be the loss of a job. For Veterans, these crises can be heightened by their experiences during military service. […]

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Bringing H.O.P.E. to those who have Experienced Trauma

Webinar: Sept. 15, 2021 As we continue with our Feeding HOPE series, join presenter Ann Ellison from M Health Fairview as she discusses Health Outcomes of Positive Experiences. (H.O.P.E.). She will identify and explain the seven positive experiences that have proven to mitigate the effects of adverse childhood experiences and prevent toxic stress. She will […]

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Learn about Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

With all the uncertainty in the news it is important to understand what others may be going through. PTSD as Dr. Rothbaum describes “is certainly a huge problem in the war veteran population. But unfortunately, estimates are about 70% of us will undergo a traumatic or potentially traumatic event in our lifetimes, so it really […]

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Mental Health Minute: Depression

    Transcript: >> NARRATOR: Got 60 seconds? Take a mental health minute to learn about depression disorders. They cause symptoms that affect how you feel…How you think…And how you handle daily life. Depression should be treated by health professionals. Don’t try to handle it alone or treat it with alcohol or illegal drugs. Treatments […]

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Pine County Food Distribution August 31 & Sept 15

August 31, 2021 10 am – 11:30 am Pine County Fairgrounds North Gate Entrance Provided by: Catholic Charities & Pine County Public Health Each household will receive 5 frozen meals Also available: Outreach Available Onsite Pine County Public Health offering onsite COVID vaccinations Flyer attached below September 15, 2021 1pm – 3pm Pine Technical & […]

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WRAP Seminar 2 Facilitator Training Please share

Wellness Recovery Action Plan – Seminar 2 Facilitator Training Wellness Recovery Action Plan for Minnesotans Monday, October 18 through Friday, October 22, 2021 9:00am – 2:00pm WRAP Facilitator Training is appropriate for anyone who would like to lead WRAP groups, work with others to develop their own WRAP and give presentations on mental health recovery […]

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Spread the word about Heading Home Corps!

The Housing and Support Services division is sharing this announcement from AmeriCorps about a new opportunity to increase Minnesota’s capacity to help people experiencing homelessness and other housing barriers. Please help us spread the word about Heading Home Corps! Heading Home Corps is a new AmeriCorps program that provides people-power to help increase our capacity. […]

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Starts Tonight! Friday Night Freedom! ZOOM 7pm-8pm

Friday Night Freedom A place for connection through community. Wherever you are on your journey we are here to listen. VPSN Plus from Wellness in the Woods. Learn more on our website! Click here. Every Friday Night in the month of August 2021 (starts August 6th) Virtual Zoom Meetings 7:00pm to 8:00pm Flyer, click on […]

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Reminders on Coping with Covid-19

It can be difficult to cope with fear and anxiety, changing daily routines, and a general sense of uncertainty about COVID-19. Although people respond to stressful situations in different ways, there are steps you can take to help manage stress. Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for more information at https://go.usa.gov/xvxea. #shareNIMH

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What is Telemental Health?

Research suggests that telemental health services can be effective for many people, including, but not limited to those with ADHD, PTSD, depression, and anxiety. Learn about factors to consider when using telemental health. https://go.usa.gov/xHbtM. #shareNIMH

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Does Your Loved One Have Depression? 6 Ways to Help

It can be easy to feel overwhelmed, frustrated, and helpless when someone you love has depression — or when you suspect they might but don’t know how to tell for sure. From Everyday Health By Lisa Rapaport Medically Reviewed by Allison Young, MD For starters, it’s key to know the differences between feeling down in the dumps […]

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Love the Journey Parenting Groups Now Open

Parenting classes are designed to help you provide a healthy physical and emotional environment for your children. Parenting classes are not just for new parents, it helps all parents and will empower you, and your ability to be a more affective parent. We will use cognitive behavioral therapy to help each parent be better for […]

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Love the Journey Grief Groups Now Open

Grief counseling is a form of psychotherapy that aims to help people cope with the physical, emotional, social, spiritual, and cognitive responses to loss. We are offering grief counseling as a group, which will help people experience healing together. Grief is a reaction to any form of loss. Bereavement is a type of grief involving […]

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