May 24, 2011
At Hopewell, we take every opportunity to educate both our residents and their loved ones about mental health. Some of the coping mechanisms we provide are Cognitive Behavior Therapy (talk therapy focused on the "here and now'"), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (based on Buddhist meditative practice), as well as equine, art and nature therapies all based in a therapeutic community.
Unfortunately, mental...[read more]
January 19, 2011
The "Minds on the Edge" seminar airing on many public broadcasting stations, explores the public policy dilemmas facing some people with mental illness and the communities in which they live.
Follow this link to check it out! http://www.pbs.org/newshour/bb/health/jan-june11/mentalhealth_01-18.html>
January 11, 2011
Arizona tragedy brings to light flaws in the mental health system.
Today, on the Diane Rehm show, she discussed, "Serious Psychiatric Disorders Among Young Adults." As you might have heard, the Arizona shooter had a history of mental illness. Diane and her guest try to unravel the "challenges of treating young adults with psychiatric disorders and why so many don't get adequate care." It was well worth a listen! Check it...[read more]
