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December is a time for giving and a time for showing gratitude. It is also a time for caring for our family, friends, and neighbors who may be struggling during a time of year that is known to see an increase in substance use, depression, and anxiety. Recently, there have been stories in the press […]
By Anne Edgecombe As we continue to explore all that we love about Culinary Arts Month in July, I’ve thought about all of the delicious foods that are my “go to” dishes when I’m seeking a little comfort. Comfort foods mean different things to different people, but why does the term “comfort foods” get such […]
Sharon Raggio’s dedication to helping those with mental health issues and substance abuse disorders spans four decades, fueled by her passion and commitment to ensure everyone in Colorado has access to affordable and quality mental health care. For that, and her mentorship of many women within the mental health care industry, Raggio was named the […]
By Amy Gallagher, Psy.D When was the last time you cooked with a child? Cooking, and eating, together can be a strong way to promote developmental skills, socio-emotional learning, and communication in children and families. Children learn by doing. Cooking is a positive and fun way to teach or enhance certain academic and life skills. […]
By Annie Edgecombe During the month of July, foodies all over the nation will celebrate Culinary Arts Month. While renowned restaurants and chefs celebrate the latest culinary creations and trends this month, all of us can embrace the art of food and its impact on our bodies and minds. As the country begins to re-open […]
Aspen City Council was joined at its Monday work session by about a dozen local mental health professionals and organizations to discuss ways that Aspen and Pitkin County are at the forefront of prevention, intervention, treatment and aftercare when it comes to mental health and substance abuse emergencies. (Continue reading …) Source: Aspen Times
“Out of the Shadows” is an in-depth, six-week reporting series by the Steamboat Pilot & Today. Mind Springs Health is proud to have contributed to a number of the articles within the series. Part 1: Crisis of care: What mental health looks like in Routt County Part 2: The spectrum of suicide: Routt County […]
After over a year of the pandemic, there seems to be a light at the end of the tunnel. Cases of COVID are going down as people get vaccinated and things are starting to reopen. Many people are seeing friends and family again after a year or more apart. But how are people doing when […]
Spring has sprung, and with the ever-changing pandemic landscape there is a renewed focus on mental health and wellness. The sun is out, allergies are high, caution and care are still at the forefront of interactions and relationships, and the shadow of anxiety and depression continue to be present as we learn how to find […]
The National Council for Mental Wellbeing has bestowed its prestigious awards on a select group of individuals and organizations that made outstanding contributions to help people recover from mental illness and substance use disorders over the past year. The National Council presented its Awards of Excellence last week during NatCon21, held virtually May 3-5 due […]
