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We are excited to announce the development of the Feinberg Hope Foundation, a donor-restricted fund within The Children’s Foundation which was created to reduce the financial hardship in receiving addiction and mental health treatment for adolescents and young adults in need. This foundation will provide individuals with the opportunity to receive compassionate guidance, personalized treatment…
When a loved one is struggling with a mental health condition, it can be confusing to navigate the treatment process on your own. There are many challenges and questions that may arise when trying to find the right health care professionals or treatment options. That is where an experienced case manager can step in and…
When a loved one is struggling with a significant mental health condition, it can be overwhelming for everyone involved. This is especially true if the individual is resistant to help, or in denial, and won’t acknowledge that there is a problem. In these situations, it can be beneficial to perform a mental health intervention. This will not only help…
When treating alcohol and substance use disorders (SUDs), or mental health conditions, it’s important for medical professionals to recognize if co-occurring disorders are present. A co-occurring disorder, also called comorbidity, or dual diagnosis, is a medical issue that occurs either simultaneously, or successively after another disease. These conditions may be mental, physical, or a combination…
When thinking about coaching, what comes to mind? It is common for people to compare or confuse coaching with therapy. While the two may have similarities, they are each a unique service that offers a different approach to helping people. When a treatment plan incorporates therapy combined with coaching, this comprehensive approach can greatly help…
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition, triggered by a traumatic event, that someone has either experienced or witnessed. People who live through traumatic events may have temporary difficulty adjusting and coping, but with the proper treatment and time, they usually get better. When symptoms persist and do not decrease in severity, it…
Trauma, as defined by the American Psychological Association (APA), is an emotional response to a terrible event such as an accident, rape, or natural disaster. These events can be considered deeply distressing or disturbing, resulting in physical or psychological trauma. It’s important to know that there are three main types of trauma: acute, chronic, and…
On the surface, self-care is simply defined as taking care of yourself. In actuality, it encompasses much more than that. It isn’t just about canceling plans to have one night for yourself, it’s about setting boundaries for yourself mentally, physically, and socially. This helps us to avoid becoming overwhelmed and burnt out. It’s important to…
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, individuals and families across the world have experienced significant fear, panic, stress, isolation, grief, and uncertainty surrounding the virus. Parents and adolescents of all ages have been forced to navigate unknown territory, especially regarding their education and social interaction. One of the largest and less obvious…
Content Warning: This post discusses suicide and self-harm. Often, people who feel suicidal have underlying mental health conditions that can be diagnosed and managed, if they can get the proper help that they need. According to the CDC, in 2019, suicide was the tenth leading cause of death among all ages in the United States….
In life, people experience stress every day. Situations may emerge that evoke feelings of sadness, anger, fear, anxiety, and excitement, all of which contribute to increased stress levels. Due to this, people may develop negative coping mechanisms, such as relying on alcohol. Although drinking may relieve stress in the short term, there can be many serious…
April is National Stress Awareness Month! Since 1992, Stress Awareness Month has been recognized every April. This year, with everything that has happened surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, it is particularly important to acknowledge. It’s critical to learn how to cope with stress, as this will help with overall mental health during difficult situations. At Feinberg…