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According to the Colorado Health Institute, nearly 27% of Coloradoans say that they, a loved one, or a friend has been addicted to alcohol or drugs in their lifetime. More than 200,000 Coloradoans know someone who has died from a prescription drug or heroin overdose. Due to the ongoing stigma surrounding addiction, many Colorado residents […]
By Dr. Meredith Smith & Dr. William Elsass The kids are now at home, demanding your attention and time while you are working from a home office. Perhaps you are not working at all at the moment due to a forced layoff or business closure. Or you could be working long hours as a caregiver, health […]
Mind Springs Health, the largest provider of mental health and addiction treatment in Western Colorado, is pleased to announce that Dr. William Elsass has joined the organization as Chief Medical Officer. Dr. Elsass most recently served as the Behavioral Medical Director with UnitedHealth Group and brings a broad range of experience to Mind Springs Health, […]
Increased anxiety, stress, and depression are just a few of the negative effects COVID-19 is having on many Coloradoans. Social distancing has intensified existing mental health issues for some, while bringing forth first-time struggles for others. In response to the concerns about increased mental health needs in Western Colorado, Mind Springs Health has launched a […]
Even during the best of times, relationships can be complicated. Sometimes, the road of communication seems to be under construction. In uncertain times the road can get rocky, and cultivating positive relationships is vital. We are all in uncharted waters, and many of us are suddenly faced with working from home. Children are now learning […]
In a time of crisis, social media is proving to be a valuable resource for staying connected with friends and family. For many, Facebook has been a “go to” place online for valuable tips while social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic. Mind Springs Health is pleased to announce a new Facbook LIVE series, beginning this […]
According to Webster’s dictionary, anxiety is “apprehensive uneasiness or nervousness usually over an impending or anticipated ill”. Anxiety, while all too familiar to me and most likely many of you as well, seems now to be a persistent perturbation that pervades all areas of life now during the COVID-19 pandemic. Managing anxiety of that scope […]
As the residents of Colorado practice social distancing and self-isolation, there is a strong need for direct access to mental health care, as it is imperative to the strength and resiliency of our communities. Alternative mental health therapy that helps ensure those in need of mental health services, who cannot visit their therapist’s office in […]
At our core we want to have certainty in our lives. When things are uncertain and feel beyond our control it can leave us with a sense of not feeling safe. This contributes to anxiety, worry and fear. The outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is very stressful and is leaving many of us feeling […]
