Story Search Results

Advanced Search

There are so many ways to search the solutions journalism stories in this database. Explore our searchable fields:

Search Results

You searched for: -

There are 1995 results for your search. View and Refine Your Search Terms

Mental health is finally getting the attention it deserves. Can the Kalamazoo area seize the moment?

Julie Mack

August 14, 2022 |

MLive.com |

Text |

800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States, Kalamazoo, Michigan

Recently, the importance of mental health has been championed by policymakers, the media and the public and there’s also been a shift in attitudes toward mental health and the value of counseling. Several developments like new behavioral health centers, adding mental health professionals as first responders on 911 calls and 24/7 virtual counseling have all emerged to expand access.

Read More
Go to Original Story
With an Affinity to Care

Zinta Aistars

August 12, 2022 |

Watershed Voice |

Text |

1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Centreville, Michigan

In an effort to reduce incarceration, homelessness, and hospitalization, Affinity House provides people with mental illness a free place to form social connections and work their way towards employment one step at a time with the clubhouse staff.

Read More
Go to Original Story
Combating veteran suicides with peers, therapy, housing — and a little horse sense

Laurie Udesky

August 06, 2022 |

Local News Matters |

Text |

1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States, San Francisco, California

Swords to Plowshares is a San Francisco nonprofit providing homeless veterans with a place to live and different types of therapy while working to get them jobs, military benefits, and permanent housing.

Read More
Go to Original Story
From 'Identity Search', She Built A Movement Against Mental Illness

Ekpali Saint

August 05, 2022 |

Prime Progress |

Text |

800-1500 Words

Response Location: Nigeria, Ibadan, Oyo State

Victoria Restored Minds provides therapeutic and emotional support to people facing mental health challenges. With its team of counselors, therapists, and psychologists, VRM has provided counseling, therapy, and general support to about 2,000 people.

Read More
Go to Original Story
What a Sandy Hook mental health center can teach Texas about helping kids after a tragedy

Haeven Gibbons

August 04, 2022 |

Dallas Morning News |

Text |

1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Uvalde, Texas

The Uvalde Together Resilience Center run by The Ecumenical Center provides mental health services to students, parents, and teachers impacted by school shootings and living with trauma. The center provides mental health resources, and professional help, as well as a sense of community for those affected to heal.

Read More
Go to Original Story
An evolving role for colleges: Training former substance abusers to be part of treatment teams

Alina Tugend

August 02, 2022 |

The Hechinger Report |

Text |

1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States, New York

The City University of New York’s College of Staten Island is among a handful but growing number of colleges that are offering peer advocate training programs to former substance abusers. These certified trainings are enabling vulnerable adults to pursue higher education, acquire skills, and use their experience to not just find employment but also support patients with recovery.

Read More
Go to Original Story
24/7 Sobriety program developed in South Dakota could be rolled out nationwide

Stu Whitney

July 29, 2022 |

Aberdeen News |

Text |

1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States, South Dakota

The 24/7 Sobriety program requires repeat offenders of alcohol-related crimes to submit to breathalyzer tests twice a day as a condition of a pre-trial bond or sentencing agreement. Failure to remain sober results in jail time. Since 24/7 Sobriety started in 2005, there have been more than 39,000 participants and nearly 12.5 million tests administered, with a pass rate of 98.8%. Studies have also found a reduction in DUI and domestic violence arrests in states that adopt the program.

Read More
Go to Original Story
Amid Spike in Teen Drinking During Pandemic, Schools Turn to Alateen For Help

Bekah McNeel

July 27, 2022 |

The 74 |

Text |

800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States, Austin, Texas

Alateen is designed for young people living people abusing substances, but since the COVID-19 pandemic, many of the teens the group serves have begun using alcohol and drugs themselves. To make it easier for youth to access the program, some schools are incorporating Alateen programs at school for students to easily participate.

Read More
Go to Original Story
From Dry January to Fake Cocktails, Inside the New Temperance Movement

Jason Wilson

July 25, 2022 |

The Washington Post |

Text |

Over 3000 Words

Response Location: United States, New York, New York

Lately, the notion of being alcohol-free or participating in movements like “dry January” has picked up speed, especially as young people become more aware of the adverse effects of excessive drinking. Bars and companies like Boisson — a dry drinks and mixology shop — sell various alternatives to alcohol ranging from dry wines and beers to spirits made with CBD.

Read More
Go to Original Story
El poder de la esperanza, el poder de los pares en la atención a la salud mental

Zinta Aistars

July 21, 2022 |

Second Wave Michigan |

Text |

1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Kalamazoo, Michigan

El Recovery Institute of Southwest Michigan, Inc., usa un método que se llama apoyo entre pares (emparejando personas con experiencias similares) para ayudar el proceso de recuperación. El Recovery Institute ofrece grupos, clases, reuniones individuales y reuniones sociales, y su también participan en actividades de divulgación en la comunidad. En los últimos años, el Recovery Institute ha atendido a miles de personas.

Read More
Go to Original Story