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Peace River Center Launches Mental Health Podcast with Southeastern University

provided by PEACE RIVER CENTER BARTOW, FLA. – Peace River Center (PRC), a licensed and nationally accredited, non-profit provider of behavioral health care and victim services, is producing a mental health podcast to help raise awareness and reduce stigma, provide educational information, and offer resources. Recorded at and with the assistance of Southeastern University, PRC’s […]

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Clearing the Way for Minorities in Need of Mental Health Care

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by RYAN MILEJCZAK Sponsored by Central Florida Health Care Mental health is important for all of us, but mental health services aren’t always accessible to those who need them. This is particularly true for racial and ethnic minorities and those in underserved populations who face greater barriers to care. That’s why July is recognized as

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Don’t Ignore the Pain of Mental Health Disorders

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by KAILYNN BANNON Sponsored by Central Florida Health Care Good physical health is important for a long and happy life, but the role that mental health also plays cannot be forgotten. Taking a proactive approach is vital to keeping a healthy mental state. Doctors want to emphasize the benefits of regularly taking a look at

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Community Approach to Mental Health

Editor's Dose

The Let’s Talk Lkld: Health Care forum (page 10) generated a great discussion on not only what healthcare professionals can do to better serve the public but also what individuals can do to improve their own health and the health of their loved ones and neighbors. Of all the actions that were proposed, one in

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Navigating the Holidays: Prioritizing Mental Health and Reducing Stress

Medical Advice

by DR. JOY JACKSON The holiday season is a joyful time for celebration with family and friends, but it can also bring heightened stress and challenges to one’s mental health. A national study conducted by the American Psychological Association found that more than 38 percent of those surveyed felt their stress, depression, and anxiety increased

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Evolution of Mental Health Care

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WHH Center for Behavioral Health’s Retiring Clinical Director Reflects on 36 Years of Change After 36 years with Winter Haven Hospital’s Center for Behavioral Health, Clinical Director Jeff Ware, LMHC, is trading the office for retirement. Central Florida Health News spoke with Ware to learn how the community and healthcare needs have changed during his

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Prioritizing Mental Health

From the PCMA President

Considering roughly 1 in 5 U.S. adults are living with a mental illness and suicide is among the top causes of death for people ages 10-64, the importance of mental health care is clear. Fortunately, some of the barriers that keep some who need help from getting it are starting to improve. The stigma of

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Healthy Boundaries Improve Our Mental Health

Body, Mind, & Spirit

by JENNIFER GOODSON, MA, LMHC What are boundaries, and how can they improve our mental health? Boundaries are set to provide a perimeter of peace around our body, mind, and spirit. Without them, we welcome chaos in our lives. This wreaks havoc on our thought patterns, emotions, and responses. Boundaries protect us from being mentally

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AdventHealth to Award $1.2 Million to Central Florida Nonprofits Addressing Mental Health

Area Health News Press Releases

ORLANDO, Fla., July 10, 2023 – AdventHealth is offering $1.2 million in grants to local nonprofits for projects that are addressing Central Florida’s mental and behavioral health challenges. These Community Health Improvement Grants aim to improve access to resources and enhance community wellness. Mental health was selected as the priority for the 2024 funding cycle based on

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Beauty Regimens Have Mental Health Benefits

Body, Mind, & Spirit

by MARY JOYE, LMHC Who would have guessed that something as simple as taking two or three minutes to apply lipstick, mascara, or to brush your hair is a stress reliever. Researchers in the field of psychology agree that beauty routines or rituals have the same effect on the brain as meditation or mindfulness. Leonard

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