60 http://www.prwebpodcast.com A Top 30 Stream of The National Council Press Releases (in MP3 format) via PRWeb podEditor@emediawire.com (PRWeb) podMaster@emediawire.com Sat, 04 Jul 2009 22:09:33 -0700 The National Council http://www.prweb.com/prwebrss.gif 130 49 http://prwebpodcast.com Copyright PRWeb International, Inc. en-us http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss A Top 30 Stream of The National Council Press Releases (in MP3 format) via PRWeb A Top 30 Stream of The National Council Press Releases (in MP3 format) via PRWeb podEditor@emediawire.com PR Web PRWeb no http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/2/prweb1967384.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/2/prweb1967384.htm The National Council for Community and Behavioral Healthcare -- a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) association representing 1,300 organizations nationwide -- has been tracking increases in the number of new patients being admitted to mental health centers for symptoms of stress and anxiety. [PRWeb Feb 17, 2009] http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/2/prweb1967384.htm Fri, 13 Feb 2009 15:28:45 -0800 podcrew@extrahoop.com stress and anxiety during the winter months when frigid temperatures, long periods of darkness and the after effects of stress-inducing holidays can lead people to feel profound sadness. Additionally, with the record number of Americans who are losing their jobs each month, it is hard for anyone to feel secure. These factors combined with the uncertainty of government leaders about how long the crisis will last - or what it will take to turn the economy around - can only exacerbate people's feelings of uneasiness. Sometimes referred to as the "winter blues," people's deepening feelings of anxiousness can often spread to the entire family. Marital fights flare up as spouses argue about overdue holiday bills and couples ask themselves "What do we do now?" Hearing parents argue and sensing family tension can trigger mental health disorders in children. A recent poll conducted by the American Psychological Association found that almost half of all adults said they are increasingly stressed about their ability to provide for their family's basic needs. In fact, about 8 out of 10 adults said that the economy is a significant cause of stress, up from 66 percent in April. The state of the economy is affecting mental health jobs as well. The National Council advocates for policies that ensure that people who are ill can access services. However, tough times are forcing states to reevaluate their allocation of funds. Often times this leads to mental health associations and care centers losing funding. This timing is unfortunate as community mental health centers nationwide have seen an upsurge in the number of new patients in recent months. "The loss of jobs and benefits is very stressful, so we are seeing more people facing depression, anxiety and psycho-somatic illnesses," said Janice Wilson, CEO of the NorthShore Health Centers in Portage, IN, where 75 percent of new patients in recent weeks are being referred for conditions related to job loss or the worsening economy. The Black Hawk-Grundy Mental Health Center in Waterloo, IA is expecting a 25 percent increase in the number of new mental health patients this year compared to last year. While some of the new cases are people with psychiatric conditions caused by a string of recent disasters in the area, others are people suffering from anxiety and depression brought on by the economic downturn. To help cope with what appears to be a long-term economic downturn, people can follow some simple guidelines: • Focus on positive aspects of your life. Look to family and friends to support you. • Exercise, maintain a healthy diet and a normal sleep schedule -- physical and mental health are connected. • Plan for the future as much as you can. The more action you can take, the more in control... To read the press release in full goto http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/2/prweb1967384.htm]]> Meena Dayak Economic Woes Add to Winter Blues, Mental Health Concerns stress and anxiety during the winter months when frigid temperatures, long periods of darkness and the after effects of stress-inducing holidays can lead people to feel profound sadness. Additionally, with the record number of Americans who are losing their jobs each month, it is hard for anyone to feel secure. These factors combined with the uncertainty of government leaders about how long the crisis will last - or what it will take to turn the economy around - can only exacerbate people's feelings of uneasiness. Sometimes referred to as the "winter blues," people's deepening feelings of anxiousness can often spread to the entire family. Marital fights flare up as spouses argue about overdue holiday bills and couples ask themselves "What do we do now?" Hearing parents argue and sensing family tension can trigger mental health disorders in children. A recent poll conducted by the American Psychological Association found that almost half of all adults said they are increasingly stressed about their ability to provide for their family's basic needs. In fact, about 8 out of 10 adults said that the economy is a significant cause of stress, up from 66 percent in April. The state of the economy is affecting mental health jobs as well. The National Council advocates for policies that ensure that people who are ill can access services. However, tough times are forcing states to reevaluate their allocation of funds. Often times this leads to mental health associations and care centers losing funding. This timing is unfortunate as community mental health centers nationwide have seen an upsurge in the number of new patients in recent months. "The loss of jobs and benefits is very stressful, so we are seeing more people facing depression, anxiety and psycho-somatic illnesses," said Janice Wilson, CEO of the NorthShore Health Centers in Portage, IN, where 75 percent of new patients in recent weeks are being referred for conditions related to job loss or the worsening economy. The Black Hawk-Grundy Mental Health Center in Waterloo, IA is expecting a 25 percent increase in the number of new mental health patients this year compared to last year. While some of the new cases are people with psychiatric conditions caused by a string of recent disasters in the area, others are people suffering from anxiety and depression brought on by the economic downturn. To help cope with what appears to be a long-term economic downturn, people can follow some simple guidelines: • Focus on positive aspects of your life. Look to family and friends to support you. • Exercise, maintain a healthy diet and a normal sleep schedule -- physical and mental health are connected. • Plan for the future as much as you can. The more action you can take, the more in control... To read the press release in full goto http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/2/prweb1967384.htm]]> 00:15:00 no http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/2/prweb709863.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/2/prweb709863.htm National and community experts are currently available to help educate the public on the mental health issues surrounding the recent Northern Illinois University shooting. [PRWeb Feb 20, 2008] http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/2/prweb709863.htm Wed, 20 Feb 2008 11:13:37 -0800 podcrew@extrahoop.com Mental health experts from the National Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare (National Council) are available to comment on the student shootings at Northern Illinois University. "Tragedies like the Illinois campus shooting emphasize the need for all of us to work together to make our communities healthier and safer," said Linda Rosenberg, President and CEO of the National Council. "As those charged with serving broad populations and helping communities solve problems, National Council members are providers of education and community support in addition to treatment. Perhaps more than ever before, we must now focus on building the mental health literacy of Americans. We need to ensure that every citizen understands the signs of mental illness and knows how to help when an individual's mental health deteriorates--before a crisis happens," she added. National Council experts focus on educating communities on issues such as: * What kind of mental health issues may people who commit these kinds of crimes be suffering from? * Are there warning signs to look for in people with mental illness? * Who can community members who may be struggling in the aftermath of the tragedy turn to for help? * What kind of mental health counseling for students and community members may be needed? * What sort of long-term challenges may students and community members face in the weeks, months and years after this tragedy? Rosenberg also commented, "As the single largest association representing community behavioral healthcare, we offer news and information about common mental illnesses and addiction disorders. We want our public to know that we will help provide insight into the challenges to recognizing, understanding, and treating these mental and health conditions." Experts are currently available to answer community questions. For more information visit the National Council at TheNationalCouncil.org. About The National Council The National Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare is a not-for-profit, 501(c)(3) association of 1,400 behavioral healthcare organizations that provide treatment and rehabilitation for mental illnesses and addictions disorders to nearly six million adults, children, and families in communities across the country. The National Council and its members bear testimony to the fact that medical, social, psychological and rehabilitation services offered in community settings help people with mental illnesses and addiction disorders recover and lead productive lives. ]]> Brian Ruberry Mental Health Experts Available To Discuss University Shooting Mental health experts from the National Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare (National Council) are available to comment on the student shootings at Northern Illinois University. "Tragedies like the Illinois campus shooting emphasize the need for all of us to work together to make our communities healthier and safer," said Linda Rosenberg, President and CEO of the National Council. "As those charged with serving broad populations and helping communities solve problems, National Council members are providers of education and community support in addition to treatment. Perhaps more than ever before, we must now focus on building the mental health literacy of Americans. We need to ensure that every citizen understands the signs of mental illness and knows how to help when an individual's mental health deteriorates--before a crisis happens," she added. National Council experts focus on educating communities on issues such as: * What kind of mental health issues may people who commit these kinds of crimes be suffering from? * Are there warning signs to look for in people with mental illness? * Who can community members who may be struggling in the aftermath of the tragedy turn to for help? * What kind of mental health counseling for students and community members may be needed? * What sort of long-term challenges may students and community members face in the weeks, months and years after this tragedy? Rosenberg also commented, "As the single largest association representing community behavioral healthcare, we offer news and information about common mental illnesses and addiction disorders. We want our public to know that we will help provide insight into the challenges to recognizing, understanding, and treating these mental and health conditions." Experts are currently available to answer community questions. For more information visit the National Council at TheNationalCouncil.org. About The National Council The National Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare is a not-for-profit, 501(c)(3) association of 1,400 behavioral healthcare organizations that provide treatment and rehabilitation for mental illnesses and addictions disorders to nearly six million adults, children, and families in communities across the country. The National Council and its members bear testimony to the fact that medical, social, psychological and rehabilitation services offered in community settings help people with mental illnesses and addiction disorders recover and lead productive lives. ]]> 00:15:00 no