Tag: Crisis
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The Staggering Cost of Mental Health Inequity in the US: A Call to Action
On “Psychology Behind the Headlines”, host Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest founder of CYA consulting Dan Goodwin discuss the financial impact of mental health disparities in the United States. Unequal Access to Mental Health Care The high cost of mental health inequities highlights the lack of accessible and affordable mental healthcare for marginalized communities. Economic…
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Gang Violence in Haiti: A Mental Health Crisis for Children
On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines,’ hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest therapist Ryan Heapy discuss the ongoing gang violence in Haiti is devastating its children, leaving them traumatized and struggling to cope. Trauma of Gang Violence Understand the profound impact of exposure to violence on children’s mental and emotional well-being, leading to symptoms like…
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Teacher Burnout Crisis: A Global Concern
On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines’ hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest Dr. Cortina Peters discuss the root causes of teacher burnout and why this is causing so many educators to leave their jobs. Beyond the Classroom Teachers face more than just lesson planning. They deal with student behavioral issues, lack of resources, and often a lack of…
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Opioid Crisis Help: More Access to Treatment Drug, But Usage Remains Low
Despite a recent relaxation of rules surrounding buprenorphine (a leading addiction treatment drug), patient numbers have not increased significantly. On “Psychology Behind the Headlines”, hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest therapist Ryan Heapy discuss reasons for this, and how those struggling with opioid addiction can get the support they need. A Step in the…
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Crisis Intervention: De-escalation Techniques for Families and Loved Ones
On ‘Mental Breakthroughs’, host Jessica Reyes and guest director of Crisis Response Dr. Kirk Fasshauer discuss crucial insights into how mental health crises are managed. Crisis intervention is more than a response It’s an opportunity to support long-term well-being and build coping skills. Law enforcement’s role is evolving Specialized training helps officers identify mental health crises, leading…
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Millions Lose Medicaid Post Covid
On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines’, hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest therapist Joann ‘JoJo’ Venant discuss how Medicaid changes are leaving many Americans uninsured post Covid and the impact it has on mental health. Medicaid Rollback: Crisis for Many Millions of Americans have lost their Medicaid coverage after pandemic protections ended. Many are left…
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Israeli Study Explores Psychedelics’ Unexpected Role in Trauma Coping
On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines,’ hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest therapist Ryan Heapy discuss how psychedelics might have helped those under the influence handle the trauma better from the recent attacks in Israel. Psychedelics and Crisis Response Could psychedelics help people remain calm and clear-headed during a traumatic event? New research aims to…
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Teen Sextortion: What Parents and Teens Need to Know
On “Psychology Behind the Headlines,” hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest therapist Ryan Heapy discuss the devastating impact of sextortion and the recent case of an Australian teen. What is sextortion? It’s when someone threatens to share private images or videos unless the victim pays them or sends more explicit content. Don’t be afraid…
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Is Your Health Information Safe? The Rise of Healthcare Cyberattacks
On “What’s Trending,” hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest therapist Ryan Heapy discuss the growing threat of cyberattacks in healthcare and what it means for your privacy. Cyber attacks on healthcare are on the rise These attacks jeopardize patient privacy and can disrupt essential medical care. Connected medical devices are vulnerable Modern devices often…
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Strengthen Your Mind-Spirit Connection: Prevent Addiction and Crisis
In “Mental Breakthroughs,” host Jessica Reyes and guest Rabbi Brandon Gaines discuss the importance of education and spirituality in preventing mental health challenges. Proactive Education as Preventative Medicine Learning about mental health and the risks of addiction before they become an issue can prevent many of the challenges we face today. The Importance of Open…