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NM kids can text '988' for free mental health help

Diana Alba Soular, Brook Stockberger

December 13, 2024 |

Southern New Mexico Journalism Collaborative |

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Response Location: United States, Las Cruces, New Mexico

The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides free, 24/7 support for those experiencing a crisis, emotional distress, alcohol or drug concerns, and general mental health struggles. The line can be reached via call or text, instantly connecting the person with a crisis counselor. Since its launch in May 2022, 988 has received 10.8 million calls, texts, and chats, with call volume increasing by 74% in New Mexico alone from 2022 to 2024.

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The Value of Mental Health

Adela Svadba

November 28, 2024 |

Transitions Online |

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Response Location: Czech Republic

The Zruc Mental Health Team for Children and Young People provides free mental health care to youth in schools in the Czech Republic's Kutna Hora district. These teams of traveling psychologists are making mental health care more accessible by meeting students where they are and are helping to reverse the standard method of labeling children with mental health issues as “problematic,” instead ensuring they get the care they need.

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A Tool to Tackle Climate Emotions

Rebecca Randall

November 25, 2024 |

Yes! Magazine |

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Response Location: United States

An educational tool called the climate emotions wheel shows a variety of emotions that align with a survey to help guide users through their climate-related feelings. It’s used in schools as a way to address youth mental health concerns amid climate-related disasters and other impacts.

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For Lonely Older Adults, a Social Prescription Is a Wonder Drug

Julia Hotz

November 13, 2024 |

Next Avenue |

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Response Location: United States, Columbus, Ohio

The Compassionate Contact Corps program addresses loneliness among older veterans through "social prescriptions,” which include weekly phone calls between isolated veterans and trained volunteers, matched by social workers based on their shared interests and experiences. 83% of veterans who participate report reduced loneliness and 77% say their overall well-being has improved.

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A Sporting Way to Build Community

Anna Patton

November 08, 2024 |

Reasons to be Cheerful |

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Response Location: United Kingdom, Margate

At Mental Health Swims, volunteer hosts organize meetups at the beach, lakes, rivers, or outdoor pools, encouraging people to get together for a swim and enjoy the benefits of a dip in cold water. Beyond improving well-being, the group also focuses on social connections in a safe space, as participants often connect with each other to talk about what might be bothering them, helping increase social interaction in an age where it’s sorely needed.

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Forest therapy for wildfire survivors

Rebecca Randall

November 01, 2024 |

High Country News |

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Response Location: United States, California

Social workers, psychotherapists, and community leaders in the California towns impacted by the Camp Fire were trained as forest therapy guides to help residents emotionally recover from the disaster and reconnect with nature. They offer free guided walks full of interactive activities and conversations.

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The Mental Health Café Helping Nigerians Navigate Climate Change Anxiety

Chinonso Kenneth

October 22, 2024 |

The Solutions Paper |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: Nigeria, Lagos

The ZenCafé in Lagos, Nigeria, offers a safe space for people to talk about eco-anxiety and potential solutions to the problems they face with others who are experiencing similar feelings.

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How one school is helping deaf immigrant children navigate trauma

Ambar Castillo

October 21, 2024 |

Epicenter NYC |

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Response Location: United States, Queens, New York

The Lexington School for the Deaf provides wraparound family services including free American Sign Language classes and assistance navigating the health, legal and shelter systems, particularly for immigrant families. The gaps immigrant families face in accessing necessary services creates psychological distress, especially for children. But research shows community-based supports, like The Lexington School, help address those gaps and improve mental health outcomes.

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How a Group is Tackling Mental Health Through Open Conversations

Adedoyin Oguntade

October 21, 2024 |

Prime Progress |

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Response Location: Nigeria, Ibadan, Oyo

The youth-led Foundation for Younger Generation gives young people a platform to talk about their mental health with peers and licensed therapists. The group hosts events in-person and online through platforms like WhatsApp and has since reached about 400 people.

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How music therapy is quietly — and sometimes loudly — fighting the teen mental health crisis

Julie Riddle

October 21, 2024 |

MLive.com |

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Response Location: United States, Kalamazoo, Michigan

Music therapy is helping teens identify, verbalize and cope with their emotions, and is emerging as a solution to bridge the gap in the national shortage of adolescent mental health professionals. Michigan State University alone has credentialed more than 9,000 music therapists since the degree program emerged in 1944. Studies show that when used in conjunction with medical treatement and traditional talk therapy, music therapy can improve health outcomes and reduce levels of depression and anxiety.

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